Occupational Therapist

Why This Role Matters

Occupational Therapists play an important role in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life through rehabilitation and functional training. In this role, clinical expertise is used to support AI training initiatives, ensuring that digital healthcare tools reflect real-world occupational therapy practices and deliver accurate rehabilitation guidance.

Job Description

Nexus Consulting is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for a fully remote contract role. The position focuses on applying clinical occupational therapy expertise to train and refine AI systems used in healthcare and rehabilitation, helping ensure these technologies support effective therapy planning and patient-centered interventions.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Occupational Therapist (Remote)
• Company: Nexus Consulting
• Location: Remote (India)
• Industry: Consulting / Healthcare Technology
• Employment Type: Contract (Independent Contractor)
• Salary: USD $82 – $287 per hour

Responsibilities

• Review and develop occupational therapy scenarios and clinical documentation for AI training
• Collaborate with engineers and data scientists to translate clinical workflows into structured AI models
• Analyze patient case studies to determine therapy goals, interventions, and expected outcomes
• Provide expert feedback on AI-generated rehabilitation plans and treatment recommendations
• Contribute to the validation and improvement of AI-driven occupational therapy tools
• Maintain accurate documentation aligned with clinical standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify gaps in AI understanding of occupational therapy workflows and recommend improvements
• Support usability and user experience improvements for digital rehabilitation platforms

Required Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Active licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OTR or equivalent)

Important Requirements

• Clinical experience in rehabilitation settings such as acute care, pediatrics, outpatient rehabilitation, home health, mental health, or industrial rehabilitation
• Strong expertise in rehabilitation program planning and functional assessment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with precise clinical documentation ability
• Ability to interpret clinical data and translate complex cases into structured content
• Comfortable working in a remote, collaborative, technology-driven environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from $82 to $287 per hour
• Flexible remote working environment
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of healthcare and artificial intelligence
• Exposure to innovative digital health and rehabilitation technology projects

Experience and Skills

• Occupational therapy assessment and rehabilitation planning
• Functional assessment and patient-centered interventions
• Clinical documentation and therapy workflow development
• Collaboration with technology and data teams
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment (preferred)

Company Overview

Nexus Consulting works with healthcare and technology organizations to develop innovative solutions that improve patient care and clinical workflows. By integrating clinical expertise with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, the company helps create digital healthcare tools that enhance rehabilitation planning and healthcare outcomes.

FAQs

1. What qualification is required for this role?
   Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy with active licensure.

2. Is this a full-time role?
   No, this is a contract-based hourly position.

3. Is the job remote?
   Yes, the role is fully remote and open to candidates in India.

4. What is the hourly pay for this role?
   The compensation ranges from $82 to $287 per hour depending on experience and project requirements.

Application Tips

• Highlight your occupational therapy qualification and clinical experience
• Include details about rehabilitation planning and patient assessment experience
• Mention any exposure to digital health, telehealth, or technology-driven healthcare tools
• Emphasize documentation accuracy and analytical skills