Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - TFP - PRN- AAMC

About the role

Evaluates patients, neonatal through geriatric, for occupational therapy services and provides therapeutic intervention according to departmental standards. Assesses the appropriateness and effectiveness of services provided to patients and documents same according to departmental standards and the special needs of patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Conducts Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments, involving varied diagnoses and units, using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.
• Meets departmental productivity standards and completes productivity logs in a timely manner.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, engaging in excellent customer service practices, including but not limited to following ICARE.
• Consults and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of Occupational Therapy and to identify the need for Occupational Therapy services for patients of all ages.
• Stays up to date on hospital policies, departmental requirements and process improvement initiatives by reading all correspondence (meeting minutes, weekly updates, etc) and participating in huddles.
• Responds to communication and requests in a timely fashion.
• Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Occupational Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, students, and volunteers.
• Exposed to blood-borne pathogens; physical demands include heavy lifting.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Acute care or related experience preferred; however, new graduates will be considered depending on current departmental staffing.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy by the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare provider BLS CPR certification.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs

Pay

$60—$60 USD