PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Full Time First Shift - Inpatient
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$33.50–$50.26/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in Winchester, VA
Occupational Therapists in the Winchester area earn a median of $41.26 per hour, about $85,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.21 and $49.54. That ranks 261st of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 275th of 327 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Winchester. The free report below lists employers near Winchester and what they pay.
- $41.26median pay per hour, Winchester
- $31–$50typical range per hour
- 90occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Winchester
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - Pediatrics Outpatient Rehab Cork St - Full Time
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$33.50–$50.26/ hour
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Occupational Therapist Per Diem
Valley Health · Winchester, VA
$33.50–$50.26/ hour
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Get my free pay reportOccupational Therapist pay in Winchester, VA
The metro median is 15% below the Virginia statewide median of $48.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 90 occupational therapists employed in the Winchester metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.36).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.02 | $45,800 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.21 | $64,920 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.26 | $85,830 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.54 | $103,040 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.22 | $119,020 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Winchester ranks
- 261st of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 275th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 8 Virginia metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Occupational Therapists (SOC 29-1122), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Winchester
- Overall prices in Winchester run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.26 median hour buys what $42.78 buys at the national price level, 10% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Winchester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,485
- Per year: $74,268
- Per month: $6,189
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Winchester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Winchester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel occupational therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Winchester
CMS lists 1 hospital in Winchester, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Medical Center Winchester, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick, MD | 45 mi | $50.49/hr | 89,537 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 53 mi | $50.49/hr | 70,686 |
| Rockville, MD | 55 mi | $50.49/hr | 68,417 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 63 mi | $48.21/hr | 51,164 |
| Alexandria, VA | 64 mi | $50.49/hr | 159,102 |
| Washington, DC | 65 mi | $50.49/hr | 702,250 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Virginia · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Winchester, VA?
Occupational Therapists in the Winchester metro area have a median pay of $41.26 per hour, about $85,830 a year. The middle half earn between $31.21 and $49.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Winchester a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Winchester ranks 275th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 261st of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Winchester?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Winchester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Winchester.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Winchester as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Winchester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Winchester is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Winchester?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Winchester and across Virginia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Winchester.
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Your OT pay reportWinchester, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 5 postings$41.88/ hr$34–$50
- AmedisysGloucester, VA · 3 postings$58.88/ hr$43–$66
- Sentara HealthcareHampton, VA · 9 postings$56.92/ hr$46–$68
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 2 postings$46.09/ hr$37–$55
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$56.92High$68
25 OT postings with published pay in Virginia, 20 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 25 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist- HomecarePermanent$36.87–$55.31/ hour
- Occupational Therapist- Home CarePermanent$36.87–$55.31/ hour
+ 23 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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