Psychiatric Occupational Therapist, Downtown Campus

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical Center, located in downtown Baltimore, is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for the Psychiatric unit. The role involves delivering psychiatric OT services, evaluating patient needs, setting goals, and developing treatment plans in collaboration with a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate holds Maryland OT licensure, a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), and ACLS or BCLS certification, with 1 year of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to deliver patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perfoms occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with established standards and policies.
• Develops individualized treatment plans and goals based on patient needs and assessments.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and students as eligible.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation of evaluations and care provided.
• Contributes to performance improvement initiatives and supports departmental operations.

Skills

OT theory and practice

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Maryland OT license

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Requirements

University of Maryland Medical Center: Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work! Our Psychiatric Occupational Therapy team is focused on delivering the best care possible to every patient and to supporting each other. When you join our team you will:

• Deliver psychiatric occupational therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.
• Work as a part of a high performing team of dedicated Psychiatric Occupational Therapists providing patient centered care, anchored in the Recovery Model, across three Inpatient Psychiatric units and the entire hospital in the Consultative Liaison service line.
• Grow your career and professional skillset through our robust mentorship program, wide variety of training opportunities, and pursuit of program expansion.
• Advance your career through our established Psychiatric Occupational Therapy specific Professional Advancement Model.

As a member of the UMMC team, you'll experience:

• A competitive pay scale
• A collaborative and compassionate environment
• Comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental and vision
• Generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement contributions and more!

Job Summary

Delivers 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.

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 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 policies and 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, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner.
• Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.
• Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Current licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Maryland is Required.
• One (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification is Required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice techniques.
• General knowledge of orthopedics, plastics, pediatrics, neurology, psychology, psychiatry, anatomy physiology, kinesiology, general medicine and the occupational therapy treatment implications of each.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.