Occupational Therapist | Per Diem

Christiana Care Health System; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Christiana Care Health System is recruiting a per diem Occupational Therapist to work at Union Hospital in Maryland, with exposure to Neuro, Cardiac, Orthopedic and general debility cases within a collaborative OT team.

The role emphasizes a strong team approach, mentoring, access to state-of-the-art equipment, and ongoing professional education, requiring a degree in OT, Maryland licensure eligibility, CPR and AOTA preferred criteria.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy required.
• At least two years of clinical experience preferred.
• Licensure or license eligibility in the State of Maryland as an Occupational Therapist.
• CPR Certification (if required).
• AOTA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate acute care services at the Union Hospital campus.
• Work with diverse patient populations including Neuro, Cardiac, Orthopedic and General Debility alongside a supportive OT team.
• Engage in mentoring and ongoing education with state-of-the-art equipment.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

BS/MS/Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Details

Do you want to work at one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation?

ChristianaCare is currently recruiting a per diem Occupational Therapist to work at our Union Hospital.

Life is full of choices, and whom you work for is one of life's most important decisions. ChristianaCare is ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation and has earned national recognition for excellence. Choose an organization that provides career advancement and the opportunity to impact health.

Patient care includes but is not limited to the coordination of acute care services at the Union Hospital campus. This exciting position allows you to see a variety of patient populations including Neuro, Cardiac, Orthopedic and General Debility while working with a supportive team of OTs. The OT experience at ChristianaCare offers a strong team approach, frequent interdisciplinary interaction, ongoing mentoring, state of the art equipment and professional level educational opportunities.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BS, MS, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
• At least two years of clinical experience preferred
• Licensure or license eligibility in the State of Maryland as an Occupational Therapist
• CPR Certification
• AOTA preferred

If you 're inspired to make a difference, we invite you to become a ChristianaCare caregiver!

This is a flat rate position, any individual hired into this position will be paid $59.00/hour plus any applicable diferentials. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Oct 30, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/