Virginia Information Technologies Agency·Nottoway, Virginia
Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to geropsychiatric patients using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches. Responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, implementing treatment plans, and managing patient functionality through adaptive equipment and positioning strategies.
***offering $5,000 sign-On bonus to eligible new hire***
Title: Occupational Therapist- Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
State Role Title: Therapist III
$86,252 - $119,028
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
General Public - G
This position will provide exceptional therapy services to geropsychiatric patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive occupational therapy care in accordance with the standards set by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), state regulations, facility policies, and departmental guidelines.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with staff, clients, community providers, and families.
Develop, plan, and implement occupational therapy interventions and group sessions using a multi-modal, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to promote recovery and functional outcomes.
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments addressing both psychosocial and physical deficits, applying appropriate OT interventions.
Operate state vehicles and assist with client transportation, participate in special unit activities, and respond to patient safety needs.
Maintain proficiency in standardized client assessments (e.g., KELS, MoCA), documentation, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Develop age-appropriate treatment plans and manage cases with strong time management and organizational skills.
Apply clinical judgment in selecting and individualizing adaptive equipment and therapeutic activities to enhance patient functionality.
Implement seating and positioning strategies to optimize patient comfort, alignment, and function.
Minimum Qualifications: Licensed as an occupational therapist by the Virginia Board of Medicine
Valid driver's license
Additional Considerations: Relevant geriatric and mental health experience preferred
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code § 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending (“barrier”) charges as listed under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.02.
Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify
Human
Resources at 804-766-3322 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!
Name: Tricia Wilson
Phone: 804-518-3339
tricia.wilson@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter [https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx] or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Market context
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