Occupational Therapist (H)

MaineHealth; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Student loan assistance

Well-being resources

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist position at MaineHealth involves organizing and delivering skilled occupational therapy through goal-directed activities to help patients achieve optimal functioning and prevent disability. It requires a state license, BLS, and a background in OT education with patient-centered care focus.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, documentation of progress, and flexibility to meet patient needs across care settings in Maine.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist and BLS certification.
• One year or more hospital/rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle for home care as needed.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct prescribed OT programs to improve function.
• Apply goal-directed activities to treat physical/age-related conditions.
• Collaborate with care teams to develop plans and document progress.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Care planning

Education

AOTA OT program

OT licensure

BLS certification

Tools

Driver's license

Vehicle

Job description

Summary

The Occupational Therapist role organizes and conducts prescribed skilled occupational therapy programs through the application of purposeful, goal-directed activity in the treatment of persons whose function is impaired by physical illness or injury, emotional disorder, congenital or developmental disability or the aging process to achieve the optimum functioning, to prevent disability, and to maintain health.

Description

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 81226

Summary

The Occupational Therapist role organizes and conducts prescribed skilled occupational therapy programs through the application of purposeful, goal-directed activity in the treatment of persons whose function is impaired by physical illness or injury, emotional disorder, congenital or developmental disability or the aging process to achieve the optimum functioning, to prevent disability, and to maintain health.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Graduate of an AOTA accredited Occupational Therapist program required.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) temporary/permanent license as an Occupational Therapist required or in compliance with the state practice act. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Positions in Home Care will require current valid Driver's License with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy.
• Experience: One year of experience working in a hospital, long‑term care, home, school system or outpatient Occupational Therapy department preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well‑being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job‑related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $37.09 to $50.17 per hour.

Compensation for part‑time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full‑time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentiators or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.