Occupational Therapist OT - Acute Care

Med Star Health is looking for a Part‑time Occupational Therapist (Mon‑Tue‑Wed, 24 h) to join our team at Med Star Union Memorial Hospital
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As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide occupational therapy services to patients, including screening and evaluation, treatment planning, implementation, re‑assessment, discharge planning and documentation. You will participate in program planning, protocol development, and assist the team in meeting established goals. All services are provided under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, in accordance with state regulations.

• Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goals setting.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient’s presentation, and the evolving health‑care environment. Consults with other health‑care professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in the patient’s condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
• Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow‑up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities considering our evolving health‑care environment, painting a clear picture of the patient’s course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals, legible daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation.
• Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manages an accurate schedule. Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our patient consumer‑driven environment.
• Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists with orientation and mentoring of new staff, students, volunteers, and technicians.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure as necessary for your specific location(s).
• American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support).

Hiring range: USD $72,758.00 – $ per year.

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