Outpatient Occupational Therapist I- Certified Hand Therapist

University of Maryland Medical System; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 50,737 - 76,167; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in La Plata, Maryland, is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy services to patients. The role includes evaluating patient needs, creating individualized treatment plans, and ensuring adherence to professional standards. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant certifications. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for further specialization in areas like pelvic health. Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• BLS Certification is required.
• State Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy License is required.
• Hand Therapy Certification Commission Certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide total, comprehensive care to patients using therapy methods.
• Deliver therapy services by evaluating patient needs and creating treatment plans.
• Perform hand therapy services following professional standards and policies.
• Record patient evaluations and care provided in medical records.
• Inform patients and team members about evaluation results and treatment plans.

Skills

Strong Verbal Communications Skills

Strong Written Communications Skills

Excellent Organizational Skills

Intermediate Excel Skills

Intermediate PowerPoint Skills

Intermediate MS Word Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Required

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Job Requirements Our growing community hospital serving Maryland’s Charles County in LaPlata offers all of the services and amenities of a bigger metro hospital with the personal attention of our caring staff. At University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC), our talented and diverse groups of professionals represent our strength. Through teamwork and a collaborative work environment, we proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment. It’s our passion for people that motivates us to do great work every single day.

The hospital has approximately 110 beds, and approximately 260,000 sq. ft. of space. There are five Operating Rooms, approximately 41 Exam/Treatments rooms in the Emergency Department, a Wound Care Center, and Infusion Center located within the hospital campus. CRMC also operates approximately Medical Practices, to include an Endoscopy Center, and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center that are located off-site all within an approximate five-mile radius of the main hospital Campus.

We are consistently named among the top 100 Best Places to Work in Maryland. Employees have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and stimulating environment. Our excellent employee benefits support a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• The Certified Hand Therapist provides total, comprehensive care to patients by applying therapy methods and modalities in an organized and systematic manner according to hospital/department policies.
• Delivers therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Performs hand therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients to improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent injury. 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.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• 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.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• At Charles Regional we are willing to support therapists in pursuit of further specialist certification training such as pelvic health or lymphedema.

Work Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CERTIFICATION/ LICENSURE/ REGISTRATION:
• BLS Certification (Required)
• State Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy License (Required)
• Hand Therapy Certification Commission Certified
• EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
• Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excel - Intermediate Level, PowerPoint - Intermediate Level, MS Word - Intermediate Level, Excellent Organizational Skills

Knowledge, Skills, & 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 patient 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.

Benefits

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

Compensation: $36.83-$55.29

• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide