Restore Independence and Reimagine Possibility as an Occupational Therapist in Richmond, Virginia

Overview

Are you an Occupational Therapist who finds deep fulfillment in helping people reclaim the rhythms of their everyday lives? If you're looking for a role where your clinical skills are matched by a rich sense of purpose — and where the city you call home inspires you just as much as the work — then this opportunity in Richmond, Virginia deserves your full attention.

We're actively recruiting a full-time, licensed OTR/L to join a therapy team that leads with compassion, operates with clinical excellence, and genuinely celebrates the people behind every recovery. Whether you're a seasoned occupational therapist or a newly credentialed professional ready to make your mark, this is a role built for someone who takes their craft seriously and their community personally.

Job Description

• Design Individualized Care Plans: Assess each patient's unique functional challenges and craft targeted therapy programs aligned with their personal recovery goals
• Deliver Evidence-Based Interventions: Apply proven therapeutic techniques to improve fine and gross motor function, cognitive performance, and independence in daily living activities
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Partner with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, nurses, and social workers to deliver seamlessly integrated, whole-person care
• Educate and Empower: Equip patients and their families with the tools, techniques, and confidence to continue meaningful progress beyond the clinic walls
• Track Outcomes and Adapt: Maintain thorough clinical documentation, monitor patient progress, and refine treatment plans to ensure optimal, measurable results

Education

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Post-graduate certifications and continuing education are actively encouraged and supported

Certifications

• Current, active Occupational Therapist Registered / Licensed (OTR/L) credential
• NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy) certification required

Skills

• Genuine passion for improving the lives of others and restoring functional independence
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that put both patients and colleagues at ease
• Creative, adaptive clinical thinking that rises to meet complex and evolving patient needs
• Comfort operating as a self-directed clinician and as a contributing member of a collaborative care team

Benefits

• Full-time position with flexible scheduling options
• A nurturing, team-driven workplace where professional growth is a shared priority
• Clinical mentorship and structured career advancement pathways
• Access to modern facilities, cutting-edge documentation platforms, and high-quality therapeutic tools
• Active involvement in quality improvement efforts and program innovation

What You'll Be Doing

This role goes far beyond administering treatment protocols. Every session you lead will be an opportunity to write a new chapter in someone's recovery story. You might spend a morning helping a stroke survivor reconnect with the fine motor control needed to button a shirt — a small act that carries enormous emotional weight. By afternoon, you could be guiding a post-surgical orthopedic patient through adaptive techniques that bring them one step closer to returning home safely.

Your caseload will be as varied as the patients you serve, and that variety is exactly what makes this work so fulfilling. You'll collaborate daily with a multidisciplinary team of professionals who share your commitment to whole-person care — building rehabilitation plans that are responsive, thoughtful, and uniquely tailored to the individual in front of you. Here, every patient is seen. Every goal matters. Every breakthrough is celebrated.

Why You'll Love the Team — and the City That Grounds You

Our rehab team is something worth being part of. We're a group of clinicians who show up for each other as readily as we show up for our patients. Ideas are welcomed, mentorship flows naturally, and the culture of mutual respect runs deep. You won't find a revolving door here — people stay because they feel valued, challenged, and genuinely connected to the mission.

And the city? Richmond, Virginia has emerged as one of the most exciting mid-sized cities on the East Coast — and for good reason. Nestled along the James River, Richmond is a place where history and modernity coexist in the most compelling way. Revolutionary-era architecture shares the skyline with contemporary art installations. Cobblestone streets lead to craft breweries, James Beard-recognized restaurants, and independent boutiques that make weekend wandering a genuine pleasure.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find their paradise along the river, where Class III and IV rapids cut through the heart of the city — something you won't find in many urban centers. The Virginia Capital Trail winds through pastoral landscapes just minutes from downtown. Nearby Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountain access makes weekend hiking and camping feel effortlessly attainable. Richmond is a city that rewards those who explore it, offering neighborhoods with distinct personalities — from the arts-forward energy of Scott's Addition to the historic elegance of the Fan District.

The cost of living remains remarkably reasonable relative to other East Coast metros, making it possible to build a life here that is both fulfilling and financially sustainable. It's the kind of place where you can invest in your career without sacrificing the quality of life you've worked hard to achieve.

Who We're Looking For

We're searching for a clinician who views occupational therapy as more than a profession — someone for whom it is a genuine calling. You're energized by the moment a patient achieves something they weren't sure was still possible. You bring patience, persistence, and warmth into every session, and you approach challenges with creativity rather than frustration.

Whether you arrive as a veteran OT with years of specialized experience or as an early-career therapist with fresh perspective and unbridled enthusiasm, you'll find your footing here. What matters most is that you show up with integrity, curiosity, and an unwavering belief in your patients' potential.

Take the Next Step Toward Something That Matters

This is more than a job posting — it's an invitation to plant roots in a city that will surprise and delight you, while doing work that changes lives in ways you'll carry with you long after each shift ends. Richmond is ready to welcome you. So is our team.

If you're prepared to grow professionally, give generously, and thrive personally — we would love to hear from you. Your next chapter starts here.