Occupational Therapist PRN- Outpatient

Occupational Therapist PRN

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.

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: Master's degree required. Bachelor's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2008 (per previous requirement).

One year of experience preferred.

Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Maryland.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.

Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.

Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship.

Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.

Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.

Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.

Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals.

Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.

Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.

Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.

Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.

Comprehensive skills & qualifications for an outpatient OT (neuro and ortho focus).

Demonstrated experience treating adults with neurological conditions, including CVA/stroke, Parkinson's disease, TBI/concussion, MS, neuropathies, and other neuro-related impairments.

Proficiency in ADL and IADL retraining, including functional mobility, self-care, home management, and community reintegration.

Strong ability to assess and treat motor control, coordination, balance, strength, endurance, and functional cognition.

Skilled in upper-extremity rehabilitation for hand wrist and shoulder impairments, including fine motor coordination, grasp/release, and functional reach.

Ability to perform comprehensive OT evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress clearly and efficiently.

Experience with vision therapy, cognitive retraining, and compensatory strategies for patients with perceptual or cognitive deficits (preferred).

Familiarity with evidence-based neuro approaches such as LSVT BIG, task-specific training or willingness to obtain training.

Ability to motivate and engage patients with varying levels of physical and cognitive impairment.

Strong communication skills to educate patients and families on home programs, safety, adaptive equipment, and long-term management strategies.

Commitment to promoting functional independence, maximizing safety, and supporting return to meaningful daily activities.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced outpatient environment while collaborating with PT, SLP, and medical providers.

Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Excellent time management and documentation skills using EMR systems.

Commitment to continuing education and staying current with neurorehabilitation best practices.

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

• Pay Range: $48.00 Flat rate
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a

University of Maryland Medical Center