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Inova Health

Occupational Therapist Acute Care

Inova Health, Falls Church, Virginia, United States, 22042

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Occupational Therapist Acute Care

– Inova Health

Location: Inova Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, VA.

Full-time position, schedule Tuesday – Saturday.

Job Description Inova Fairfax Hospital’s acute care team is looking to add a dedicated, passionate occupational therapist to our growing team. Ideal candidate will have at least a year in an acute care setting, a team‑oriented attitude, and a passion for helping our patients.

Responsibilities

Document evaluation results clearly and completely according to department policy.

Complete daily progress notes reflecting patients’ responses to treatment, performance, and status relative to the treatment plan and eventual discharge needs.

Complete discharge notes including summary of treatment course, progress toward goals, discharge needs, recommendations and patient/family education.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors and outside contacts.

Provide educational materials and methods appropriate to patients’ level of understanding and motivation.

Demonstrate essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols; perform re-evaluations as per department guidelines and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

Education and Credentials

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (Master’s Degree preferred).

BLS certified through the American Heart Association.

Virginia license required upon start.

Experience

Not required.

Preferred: at least a year in an acute care setting.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.

Tuition and student loan assistance: up to $5,250 per year and up to $10,000 for student loans.

Mental health support: up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost.

About Inova Health Inova is Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. We are consistently recognized for safety, quality, patient experience and as a top employer.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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