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Portsmouth, Virginia

Occupational Therapist - Maryview Medical Center

Occupational TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35.82-$55.52/hr

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Job Description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

  • Days/Afternoons (United States of America)
  • Bon Secours

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.

Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Occupational Therapist - Maryview Medical Center

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist plays a crucial role in enhancing patients' ability to perform daily tasks related to work and life. They conduct assessments, devise treatment plans based on physician referrals, and document patient progress. This encompasses outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings.

Essential Functions

  • Review physician referrals and patient medical history to determine therapy needs.
  • Conduct and document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatment plans according to department protocols.
  • Administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments and create custom equipment for individual needs.
  • Develop programs focusing on functional skills, vocational training, daily activities, and motor skills.
  • Monitor progress and adjust treatment goals and plans as necessary, participating in patient care conferences.
  • Educate patients and families on at-home treatment procedures.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Required Licensing & Certifications

Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Experience

2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

  • Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
  • Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
  • Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Training

  • None
  • Range
  • Minimum: $35.82
  • Maximum: $55.52
  • Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  • Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department: Rehab Unit - Admin - Maryview

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist conducts patient assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, and monitors progress to enhance patients' daily functional abilities. They also educate patients and families on treatment procedures and collaborate with healthcare teams in various clinical settings.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of practice or meet qualifications for a temporary license. A minimum of 2 years of experience in an equivalent setting is preferred, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningDocumentationFunctional skills trainingMotor skills developmentPatient educationRehabilitationMedical history review

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Virginia, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (135 salary observations; 757 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,357 salary observations; 29,628 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 Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in occupational therapyranked against 8,992 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$75k–$115kOccupational Therapy median $102k (middle half $94k–$118k)295 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Virginia vs national$98k median in Virginia$97k nationally (+1%)135 state / 5,357 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$94k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Virginia244 active9,065 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 51% no call · 53% no weekends47 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedVirginia occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 13% offer loan repayment277 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,267 in the last 30 days1,694 the 30 days before (+93%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+2.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (8,992 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

28 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 14 employers
5
<$95k
15
$95k-110k
0
$110k-125k
3
$125k-140k
5
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
42% this job
Sign-on bonus
23%
Loan repayment
15%
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Arlington Public Schools · Arlington, Virginia

$59k-$145k
#2

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Sentara Health · Gloucester, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist - PRN

$96k-$141k
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 26 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,992 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Bon Secours Mercy Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Cincinnati, Ohio
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

403(b) with employer contributions
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage
HSA/FSA options
Life insurance
Mental health resources
Paid time off
Parental and FMLA leave
Short- and long-term disability

Living in Portsmouth

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$268k
Typical market rent
$1,642/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.