Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational Therapist PositionInova Fairfax hospital, acute care team is looking to add a dedicated, passionate Occupational Therapist to our growing team. This is a full time position, ideally including a Saturday rotation (get paid at our PRN rate for Saturdays). Ideal candidate will have at least a year in an acute care setting, a team oriented attitude and passion for helping our patients.Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.Featured Benefits:Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.Occupational Therapist Job Responsibilities:Documents evaluation results clearly and completely according to department policy.Completes daily progress notes that reflect patients' responses to treatment, actual performance and an assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan, and eventual discharge needs and treatment summaries if needed.Completes discharge notes that include a summary of the course of treatment, progress toward goals, discharge needs, recommendations for follow-up and patient and/or family education.Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors and outside contacts.Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to patients' level of understanding and motivation.Demonstrates essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols. Performs re-evaluations according to department guidelines – adjusting the treatment plan as needed.Occupational Therapist Additional Requirements: Education:Bachelor of Science, Occupational Therapy. Master's Degree Preferred.Certification:BLS certified through the American Heart Association.Licensure:Virginia License required upon start.Experience:New Grads accepted, one year of experience in an acute care preferred