(Archived) Air Force - Hiring for Occupational Therapists

Location: Worldwide

Job Summary:

The United States Air Force is seeking highly motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapists to join our esteemed healthcare team. As an Air Force Occupational Therapist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the physical and mental well-being of our service members, veterans, and their families. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive occupational therapy services in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to active-duty military members and their families.
• Assess, plan, and implement therapeutic interventions to enhance the physical and mental well-being of patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Contribute to the overall readiness and resilience of our nation's defenders.
• Eligibility Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Completion of an Accreditation Council on Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) - accredited program in occupational therapy
• Minimum educational requirement is entry-level masters (or post-professional master’s degree) in occupational therapy.
• Must possess national board certification in occupational therapy through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) as an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR®) and possess a current unrestricted state license.
• S citizen citizenship is required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and allowances.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for you and your family.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Military retirement benefits.
• 30 days of paid vacation annually.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Two years of work experience is preferred; particularly in the areas of out-patient orthopedics/hand therapy and/or acute care.

Certification by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT®) is highly desired, though candidates with experience and a strong interest in hand therapy are encouraged to apply.