Inova Neurologic Fellowship Occupational Therapist

Inova Health System; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition and student loan assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Inova Health System is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. This is a full-time, day shift position with rotating weekends. As part of the Inova Rehabilitation Neurologic Fellowship Program, you will receive extensive mentorship and develop essential clinical skills in neurorehabilitation.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and possess the necessary Virginia licensure. We offer competitive benefits, including health coverage, retirement match, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to document evaluation results clearly and completely.
• Valid Virginia license in Occupational Therapy upon start.
• Skills in providing educational materials appropriate for patients.

Responsibilities

• Document evaluation results according to department policy.
• Complete daily progress notes and discharge notes as required.
• Communicate effectively with patients and medical staff.

Skills

Documentation skills

Effective communication

Treatment modalities and protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Inova Neurologic Fellowship Occupational Therapist

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Job Description

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. This role will be a Full Time, Day Shift, Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays, 8:00am - 4:30pm

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.

Inova Rehabilitation Neurologic Occupational Therapy Fellowship Program is a 52-week program that begins in August. This is a full‑time, 12-month position with full salary and access to employer-sponsored benefits. The fellow will pay tuition to account for administrative fees and resources. The fellowship incorporates a multitude of clinical and didactic experiences. The fellow will receive clinical practice as a treating clinician while concurrently participating in more than 350 hours of dedicated 1:1 mentorship. The fellow will work collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary team with dedicated time from experienced clinicians who specialize in neurorehabilitation.

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.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and more.

Occupational Therapist (OT) 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• Licensure: Virginia license in Occupational Therapy upon start
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon start

About Us

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we’re a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best‑in‑class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we’re constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 683158
• Job Category Rehabilitation Services
• Posting Date 05/17/2026, 04:00 AM
• Locations Inova Mount Vernon Hospital (On-site)
• Degree Level Master's Degree (MA, MS, MBA, MSN, MPH, etc.)