Occupational Therapist, Acute Care, Level 1 Trauma

Join the Inova Fairfax Hospital as an Occupational Therapist! Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the organization and Hospital, recognized for excellence and innovation. This is an INPATIENT ADULT ACUTE CARE UNIT. MUST HAVE HOSPITAL INPATIENT EXPERIENCE. We are a collaborative team with plenty opportunities for clinical growth and development demonstrated by through onboarding orientation, mentorship, continuing education, Clinical Advancement Ladder, CEU's and Department In-services.

The Occupational Therapist 1 adheres to department policies regarding the timeframe, form, and content of written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Communicates effectively with patients, family, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors, and outside contacts while completing all administrative tasks and other responsibilities in support of the operating unit. Demonstrates essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment, and protocols while performing re-evaluations, according to department guidelines, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed. Selects evaluation and treatment methods appropriate to patients' diagnosis, age group, and physical/emotional status while formulating appropriate treatment plans.

Inova Benefits and Perks:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

• Tuition reimbursement and Educational Assistance

• Student loan assistance - up to $10,000!

• State-of-the-art medical and training facilities

• Paid parental leave for birth/adoption of a child.

• Retirement benefits with match from day one

• Free Parking to all employees

• Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!

Schedule: M-F, 9-5, 1-2 weekend shifts

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.

Requirements:

Education: B.S. in Occupational Therapy, Masters Preferred

Certification: BLS through American Heart Association (AHA)

Licensure: VA License required

Special Skills: Basic computer knowledge, proficient in English verbal and written skill