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This page is a resource for those interested in an occupational therapy career in the US Army.

04/30/2026

As we wrap up OT Month, we want to take a moment to thank all Army Occupational Therapists for your dedication and impact.

Your commitment to Soldiers, your profession, and the mission does not go unnoticed. Your selfless service and hard work truly make a difference—and make the world a better place. 🇺🇲

04/29/2026

After a mild TBI, 60–80% of individuals experience visual dysfunction, often without realizing it. These aren’t just eye problems, they’re brain based disruptions in how visual information is processed and used for performance.
Occupational therapy addresses this through targeted interventions like oculomotor training, convergence work, visual-vestibular integration, and dual-task training.
We don’t just train the eyes, we retrain the brain.
Evidence shows vision rehab after mTBI improves reading and processing speed, attention efficiency, symptom reduction and return to duty and daily function
Bottom line: If the brain can’t process what the eyes see, performance suffers.
OT helps restore clarity, efficiency, and readiness.

04/27/2026

CPT Smorada says "I love Army OT because there are so many opportunities beyond the clinic. I love that I can jump out of an airplane like it’s a regular day in the office. I went TDY to Korea in Summer 2024 which was the highlight of my year. I love being able to travel with lodging and meals completely paid for!

In terms of innovative interventions, I’m certified in Tactical Mobility and Active Recovery with Mindfulness which helps me achieve buy in from Drill Sergeants, senior leaders, and trainees alike. A lot of people in the Army still aren’t familiar with OT but I’ve found TMAR-M opens doors for individuals to inquire more about my services"

Also, shout out to CPT Smorada for completing Airborne school last month!

04/24/2026

Army OTs don’t just rehab injuries—we help Soldiers recover from things like TBI and push high-performing Soldiers to be even better, stronger, and more mission-ready. It can be beneficial to challenge our mental skills in a fatigued state or while we’re at a high level of arousal. The goal is when a Soldier is performing their Soldier tasks after a long ruck or fast movement, their ability to memorize and recall information will improve.

Adding an activity like this is before and after morning physical readiness training takes little time and is a great way for a Soldier to start their day.

04/20/2026

Meet 1LT Daye, a current H2F OT.
He says "One of the things I enjoy most about Army OT is the ability to impact Soldier readiness every day—whether it’s improving sleep, focus, and recovery or treating hand and upper extremity injuries. Army OT helps Soldiers get back to performing at their best and staying mission-ready."

04/17/2026

Better sleep. Better recovery. Better performance.
Sleep is a skill and we train it.
Through CBTi, Army OTs are helping Soldiers take control of their sleep and show up stronger—mentally and physically—every day.

04/15/2026

Recovery is a team effort. 💪

Army outpatient OTs in upper extremity clinics work closely with orthopedic hand surgeons to help Soldiers heal and regain function after hand and arm injuries.

Most clinics have a ‘post op’ day where the hand surgeon comes into the OT clinic to round on their post operation patients with the OT and helps guide the plan of care or what position their custom orthosis should be in.

These custom splints are made at MTFs around the country to provide protection and support recovery every step of the way.

04/13/2026

Meet CPT Russel and see what he has to say about his career in the Army!

I love Army Occupational Therapy because it allows me to utilize my clinical skills far beyond the walls of a treatment room, to not only care for soldiers as a clinician, but leading, coaching, and mentoring as a Company Commander. Army OT offers a uniquely powerful platform to develop trainees, NCOs, senior NCOs, and fellow officers, inspiring professional growth at every level of the force. Our diverse skill set empowers us to treat medical conditions, lead from the front, and give soldiers the tools they need to accomplish incredibly demanding missions and sustain the readiness our Army depends on.

04/10/2026

An Army OT working on a “9 line” with a Soldier preparing for Expert Field Medical Badge (EFMB) is all about optimizing performance under stress and ensuring readiness for a high-stakes, time-sensitive task.

Here’s the connection:

1. The MEDEVAC 9-line requires:
Rapid recall (memory)
Accuracy under stress
Clear, concise communication
Multitasking in chaotic environments

2. EFMB demands precision and zero-fail standards

An Army OT might:

Break down the 9-line into trainable components
Use repetition + stress inoculation (timers, noise, physical fatigue)
Train attention shifting and working memory
Incorporate breathing or grounding techniques to maintain clarity under pressure

An OT isn’t just helping the Soldier memorize something, they’re training the brain and behavior to execute a critical task flawlessly in a combat-relevant environment, which is exactly what Soldiers need to do when it matters.

04/08/2026

From day one at bootcamp to retirement 20 years later, Occupational Therapists support Soldiers at every stage of their career—building resilience, optimizing performance, preventing injury, and guiding recovery. It’s not just about rehab—it’s about readiness, longevity, and mission success. 💪🇺🇸

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