Pediatric OT I - Outpatient, Collaborative Care

Kennedy Krieger Institute; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, MD, is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to join the Occupational Therapy team. This early career professional will provide evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention for individuals with sensory motor or neuromotor dysfunction.

You will collaborate with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to deliver client-centered care, maintain documentation, educate caregivers, and contribute to a respectful, inclusive care environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Maryland.
• Must possess and maintain CPR certification.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy required.
• Master’s degree highly preferred.
• Previous experience in pediatrics and/or rehabilitation and treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate assigned patients by gathering information about functional skills, roles, and context to support treatment planning.
• Develop treatment plans grounded in best practices, evidence, and clinical reasoning.
• Provide client-centered, compassionate, culturally sensitive, and effective occupational therapy interventions.
• Collaborate with patients and families to identify occupational therapy needs and prioritize treatment goals.
• Complete thorough, objective, organized, and clinically accurate documentation in accordance with Institute, departmental, AOTA, and Maryland state guidelines.
• Work effectively as part of inter- and intra-disciplinary teams while demonstrating initiative, professional communication, and sound judgment.
• Support scheduling practices, productivity standards, and continuity of care through proactive communication with the Care Center and supervisor.
• May supervise or provide guidance to COTAs, occupational therapy students, rehabilitation aides, rehabilitation techs, volunteers, and visitors.
• Maintain treatment spaces and supplies while following safety and infection control policies.

Skills

Maryland OT licensure

CPR certification

Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Pediatrics experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, MD, is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to join the Occupational Therapy team. This early career professional will provide evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention for individuals with sensory motor or neuromotor dysfunction.

You will collaborate with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to deliver client-centered care, maintain documentation, educate caregivers, and contribute to a respectful, inclusive care environment.