Description
When Airmen or their families experience physical limitations, we do everything we can to help them regain their compromised functions. Working to help people with disabilities, injury or illness, Occupational Therapists work with patients to build or restore their abilities through the use of everyday tasks. Whether working with mental, physical, developmental or emotional conditions, these experts assist their patients in developing and maintaining daily living and work skills.
Core Skills
- clinical documentation in EHR systems
- rehabilitation program data tracking
- outcomes measurement and analysis
- process improvement and workflow design
- interdisciplinary coordination
- assistive technology evaluation
- patient and staff training
- policy and protocol development
- case management and care coordination
- technical communication with IT and equipment vendors
Common Certifications
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- State Occupational Therapy License
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
Civilian Career Paths
- REHABILITATION
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Air Force publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.