Occupational Therapist Assistant, Supplemental

Ummsphysician; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist Assistant to join their team. In this part-time role, you will deliver essential occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed therapist. Your responsibilities will include implementing treatment plans, recording patient data, and providing education to patients and their families. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant in Maryland is required.
• One year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited occupational therapy services under supervision.
• Carry out treatment plans to promote patient health and well-being.
• Record patient data and inform team members of treatment progress.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's Degree

Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

Medical and Therapeutic Equipment

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant, Supplemental

• Part-time
• Shift: Day
• Location: CRMC Main Hospital
• Position Type: Non-Exempt

The University Of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is located in La Plata, Maryland. The hospital has approximately 110 beds and approximately 260,000 sq. ft. of space. There are five Operating Rooms, approximately 41 Exam/Treatment rooms in the Emergency Department, a Wound Care Center, and Infusion Center located within the hospital campus. CRMC also operates approximately Medical Practices, including an Endoscopy Center and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center that are located off-site all within an approximate five-mile radius of the main hospital campus.

General Summary

Delivers limited occupational therapy services under the periodic supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Carries out treatment plans according to the principles and practices of Occupational Therapy.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

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 limited occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Occupational Therapy Practice, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.
• Carries out treatment plan programs for clients/patients to promote health, well-being, and the patient’s ability to participate in the important activities in their life.
• Records patient data for re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of progress and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• 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.

Education and Experience

• Associate's Degree.
• Current licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Maryland is required.
• One (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support certification is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.
• Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.
• Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patients as part of the therapeutic relationship.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
• Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.
• Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.
• Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient-centered goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.
• Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.
• Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.

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