Occupational Therapist, Supplemental

Job Summary

Delivers occupational therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs goal determination and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Performs occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted occupational therapy standards Maryland State Board Practice code of ethics and departmental and / or organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients / patients to promote health well-being and the patients ability to participate in the important activities in their life.   Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.
• Records patient evaluations re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• Informs patients families and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and / or students as eligible based on departmental needs.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.
• Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary safe patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education & Experience - Required

Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Maryland

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation :

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Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Part-time

Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1