Occupational Therapist Assistant (New Grads Apply) - Greater Fairfax, VA

FOX Rehabilitation • , VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Greater Fairfax County, Virginia. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, care is delivered in patients’ homes and senior living communities. The OTA works closely with a supervising Occupational Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and support improvements in strength, mobility, confidence, and independence.

The role offers one-on-one patient care and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team that includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX describes built-in mentorship, opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance a career, and the ability to build a schedule and patient relationships. Multiple employment pathways are available: full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex. Benefits are available for eligible roles, with part-time eligibility dependent on a minimum-hours requirement.

Requirements

• Hold a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state or states of practice, or be eligible to obtain one.
• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Hold current CPR certification.
• Have basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly; performing CPR; assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone; standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking; repetitive upper-extremity movements; driving to patient locations; and wearing PPE when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
• Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients during therapeutic exercises and functional activities; observe and track their progress.
• Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system according to its Clinical Documentation standards.
• Stay connected with patients, powers of attorney (POAs), and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
• Provide in-home and community-based care, including visits to patients’ homes and senior living communities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible roles.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Continuing education access.
• Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
• Access to advanced technology and tools.
• Employee referral bonuses for referring clinical team candidates.
• Wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist.
• Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content.
• Supportive, clinician-driven culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree