Senior Occupational Therapist - Brain Injury Unit

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver advanced services, evaluate patient needs, and develop individualized treatment plans, while leading professional development and supervising clinical staff.

The role emphasizes mentorship, program development, and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care within a collaborative healthcare team, with a $10,000 sign-on bonus (not for current UMMS employees).

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for the role; a Bachelor's degree is acceptable only if licensed prior to 2008.
• Currently licensed Occupational Therapist in Maryland.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced occupational therapy services per standards, policies, and ethics.
• Assess patients and develop individualized treatment plans to promote health and function.
• Document evaluations and care in medical records per standards.
• Inform patients and families of results and plans; refer for further evaluation as needed.
• Provide therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Mentor, train, and supervise clinical team members.
• Support student training and supervision according to department needs.
• Lead program development and performance improvement initiatives.
• Identify and resolve complex clinical and operational issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in selecting and maintaining department equipment and supplies.
• Ensure safe, patient-centered care and excellent customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Documentation & record keeping

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2008

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver advanced services, evaluate patient needs, and develop individualized treatment plans, while leading professional development and supervising clinical staff.

The role emphasizes mentorship, program development, and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care within a collaborative healthcare team, with a $10,000 sign-on bonus (not for current UMMS employees).