Pediatric Outpatient Occupational Therapist I

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

Job summary

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to join our Occupational Therapy team in Maryland.

The early career professional will provide evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention for individuals with sensory motor or neuromotor dysfunction. The OT I will collaborate with patients, families, staff, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver client-centered care, maintain documentation, educate caregivers, and participate in professional

Qualifications

• Maryland OT licensure is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Master’s degree is highly preferred.
• Experience in pediatrics or rehabilitation is 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, culturally sensitive, and effective occupational therapy interventions.
• Collaborate with patients and families to identify OT needs and prioritize treatment goals.
• Complete thorough, objective, organized documentation in accordance with Institute, departmental, AOTA, and Maryland guidelines.
• Work effectively in inter- and intra-disciplinary teams while demonstrating initiative and professional communication.
• Support scheduling practices, productivity standards, and continuity of care through proactive communication.
• May supervise or provide guidance to COTAs, OT students, rehab aides, and volunteers.
• Maintain treatment spaces and supplies while following safety and infection control policies.

Skills

CPR certification

Client-centered care

Team collaboration

Documentation proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to join our Occupational Therapy team in Maryland.

The early career professional will provide evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention for individuals with sensory motor or neuromotor dysfunction. The OT I will collaborate with patients, families, staff, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver client-centered care, maintain documentation, educate caregivers, and participate in professional