Occupational Therapist II, CMR, Med Surg Unit

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on Bonus $10,000

Résumé du poste

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide advanced therapeutic services. The role involves evaluating patient needs, creating treatment plans, and contributing to clinical education and performance improvement.

The position requires a Master's in Occupational Therapy, Maryland licensure, and a current BLS certification. It includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus for new employees and a Monday–Friday schedule with rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist preferred; Maryland license or eligibility required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Bachelor's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2008.

Responsabilités

• Deliver advanced occupational therapy services per standards and procedures.
• Assess patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Document evaluations and care in medical records per standards.
• Communicate results and plans to patients, families, and team.
• Provide education and counseling to patients.
• Participate in professional development and performance improvement activities.
• Mentor and train clinical staff and students as needed.
• Identify and escalate clinical or operational issues to leadership.

Connaissances

Professional communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem-solving

Patient education

Formation

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2008

Description du poste

Job Requirements

$10,000 Sign On Bonus (new employees)M-F with rotating Saturdays, 7AM-3:30PM or 8AM-4:30PM

Delivers advanced occupational therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy services. May lead or engage in professional development and performance improvement activities. Responsible for identifying, resolving, and/or escalating clinical and operational issues and assists in selection and maintenance of equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

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 advanced occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted occupational therapy standards, Maryland State Board Practice, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized 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. 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, medical and occupational therapy team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Engages in professional development and advancement activities such as learning opportunities or areas of improvement.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students based on departmental needs.
• Participates, engages in, and/or may lead performance improvement activities, and other initiatives.
• Identifies, resolves, and/or escalates clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Assists in the selection, care, and maintenance of department diagnostic and treatment equipment, materials, and supplies and participates in decisions regarding the purchase of equipment.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

• Education: Master's degree required. Bachelor's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2008 (per previous requirement).
• Experience: 1 year licensed Occupational Therapist experience

Licensure/Certifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Marylando
• Current BLS certification

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.