Occupational Therapist I - Part-time - AAMC

Luminis Health; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Luminis Health in Annapolis, MD is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat pediatric through geriatric patients, delivering individualized therapy and ensuring documentation aligns with regulatory standards.

The role involves cross-cover, participation in quality initiatives, supervision of staff, collaboration with physicians and nursing, and scheduling duties. Requires BSOT and MD license with CPR certification; salary range $70,000–$95,000 USD annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy (OT).
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in Maryland (Maryland Board).
• Current American Heart Association BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat pediatric through geriatric patients using a variety of therapeutic techniques.
• Docu­ment interventions and progress according to departmental standards.
• Participate in department initiatives and quality improvement efforts.
• Supervise staff therapists, assistants, students, and volunteers as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to optimize patient care.
• Schedule patients and assist with staffing matrices as directed.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Objective

Evaluates and provides treatment to pediatric through geriatric patients for Occupational Therapy services providing therapeutic intervention specific to the individual needs of the patient. Completes interventions and documentation according to regulatory and departmental standards.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Conducts Therapy evaluations and treatments using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in department or hospital initiative for the community as appropriate.
• Demonstrates the ability and required competencies to cross cover by evaluating and treating patients with a variety of diagnoses in various units.
• Participates in departmental process improvement initiatives (huddle, metrics,and innovative ideas).
• Meets departmental productivity standards and completes productivity logs in a timely manner.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, engaging in excellent customer service practices, including but not limited to, following ICARE.
• Actively participates in interdisciplinary meetings, departmental in-service activities, evidence based journal article review, and/or AAMC-funded continuing education courses.
• Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides, students, and volunteers.
• Consults with and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of therapy services. Demonstrates ability to use clinical decision-making skills to triage caseload and problem solve patient care issues.
• Functions as a therapy leader performing administrative tasks as needed (i.e. patient scheduling, completing predictive staffing matrix).

Position Objective

Evaluates and provides treatment to pediatric through geriatric patients for Occupational Therapy services providing therapeutic intervention specific to the individual needs of the patient. Completes interventions and documentation according to regulatory and departmental standards.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Conducts Therapy evaluations and treatments using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in department or hospital initiative for the community as appropriate.
• Demonstrates the ability and required competencies to cross cover by evaluating and treating patients with a variety of diagnoses in various units.
• Participates in departmental process improvement initiatives (huddle, metrics,and innovative ideas).
• Meets departmental productivity standards and completes productivity logs in a timely manner.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, engaging in excellent customer service practices, including but not limited to, following ICARE.
• Actively participated interdisciplinary meetings, departmental in-service activities, evidence based journal article review, and/or AAMC-funded continuing education courses.
• Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides, students, and volunteers.
• Consults with and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of therapy services. Demonstrates ability to use clinical decision‑making skills to triage caseload and problem solve patient care issues.
• Functions as a therapy leader performing administrative tasks as needed (i.e. patient scheduling, completing predictive staffing matrix).

Educational/Experience Requirements

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Acute care or related experience preferred; however, new graduates will be considered depending on current departmental staffing.

Required License/Certifications

• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy by the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare provider BLS Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy lifting

Pay Range

$70,000—$95,000 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full‑time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status

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