Occupational Therapist: Rehab & Functional Independence Coach

MEDSTAR HEALTH; Parkville (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide evidence-based evaluation and treatment across acute, inpatient rehab, and outpatient settings. You will develop individualized care plans and educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and equipment.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, PT/SLP, and social work, contribute to discharge planning, document in the EMR, and support quality and safety initiatives across the MedStar system.

Qualifications

• OT licensed in Maryland.
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform evidence-based evaluations.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions to improve functional independence.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques/equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PT/SLP, and social work; participate in discharge planning.
• Document in the EMR and support quality, safety, and performance improvement.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMR software

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide evidence-based evaluation and treatment across acute, inpatient rehab, and outpatient settings. You will develop individualized care plans and educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and equipment.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, PT/SLP, and social work, contribute to discharge planning, document in the EMR, and support quality and safety initiatives across the MedStar system.