Occupational Therapy New Graduate Fast-Track Application

Sentara Health

. Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $95,826 - $140,962 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing and planning rehabilitative programs to enhance patient mobility and independence. Proficient in applying therapeutic techniques to improve functional abilities and address disabling conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Occupational Therapy LicensureNBCOT CertificationBasic Life Safety (BLS)Rehabilitative Program PlanningPatient Mobility Improvement

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Hard Skills

Functional Mobility AssessmentRehabilitative TechniquesVocational Skills RestorationDaily Living Skills TrainingPain Relief Strategies

Soft Skills

Patient SupportCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Therapy LicensureNBCOT CertificationBasic Life Safety (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Acute CareSub-Acute CareOutpatient CareHome Health CareNew-Graduate Occupational Therapist

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs
Improve functional mobility and relieve pain
Improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury
Build or restore vocational and daily living skills
Support general patient independence
Opportunities across acute, sub-acute, outpatient, and home health care

Requirements

What you’ll need

This placement process is designed for new-graduate Occupational Therapists only
Bachelor's Level Degree in Occupational Therapy
Basic Life Safety (BLS)
Active Occupational Therapy Licensure
NBCOT certification required within 6 months of eligibility
0–1 years of practice (new graduate experience)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Educational Assistance benefits up to $5,250 annually
Student Loan debt repayment program up to $10,000
Medbridge access for CEUs and patient home programs
Clinical and Advanced Specialist Programs (Career Ladders)
Leadership Development and Advancement opportunities
Flexible positions: Full Time, Part Time, and Flexi/PRN
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus opportunity, subject to eligibility criteria
Voluntary benefits