Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$45-$57/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Occupational Therapist
Position: Certified Occupational Therapist - In- House - Skilled Nursing
FT, PT & PRN - Non-Exempt
Woodside Rehab & Nursing! a Vierra Communities property is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team! Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work with an employer that values you and the work you do? If so, Vierra Falls Church is looking for you.
If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care.
We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care
About Vierra
Woodside Rehab & Nursing is a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents
Vierra's Culture & Mission
We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.
FT Benefits
- 7 Paid Major Holidays
- Generous PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life, STD & LTD
- 401(k) immediate enrollment with match - FT, PT & PRN
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program - FT, PT & PRN
- Discount Program - FT, PT & PRN
Required Qualifications
- Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
- Experience with long-term care and /or geriatric care is preferred
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Must have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patients
- Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Proved direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
- Administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
- Document and record the patients’ condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.
- Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve daily living skills and promote overall health.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Participate in patient care meetings and contribute to team discussions on best practices and treatment outcomes.
Disclaimer
Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will assess patient conditions and functional capabilities to develop and administer personalized rehabilitation treatment programs. They will also document patient progress and educate patients and their families on strategies to improve daily living skills.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred, and the ability to pass a criminal background check is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Maryland, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (123 salary observations; 391 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (4,943 salary observations; 28,957 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$106k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $94k–$119k | Occupational Therapy median $94k (middle half $88k–$119k)292 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Maryland vs national | $98k median in Maryland | $96k nationally (+1%)123 state / 4,943 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$101k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Maryland | 143 active | 9,033 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 45% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Maryland occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 8% offer loan repayment154 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,166 in the last 30 days | 1,639 the 30 days before (+93%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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