Occupational Therapist II, Brain Injury Unit

Advanced Occupational Therapist

$10,000 Sign On Bonus (Not applicable to current UMMS employees)

Delivers advanced occupational therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy. Initiates, creates, and leads professional development and performance improvement activities. Responsible for identifying, resolving, and/or escalating complex clinical and operational issues, assists in selection and maintenance of equipment, and supports student training and supervision.

Primary Responsibilities

Performs advanced 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 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.

Identifies, leads, and promotes professional development and advancement activities such as learning opportunities or areas of improvement.

Provides mentorship, training, and supervision to clinical team members.

Participates in and ensures effective student training and supervision based on departmental needs.

Initiates, creates, and leads program development, performance improvement, and other initiatives by identifying areas within the department or organization that require enhancement. Conducts assessments of existing processes, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to design and implement evidence-based programs, and ensures alignment with department and organizational goals.

Identifies, resolves, and/or escalates complex clinical and operational issues to assure smooth departmental operations. Facilitates a positive culture using core values, open communication, and collaborative judgment.

Assists in the selection, care, and maintenance of department diagnostic and treatment equipment, materials, and supplies and participates in decisions regarding the purchase of equipment.

Ensures and facilitates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

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

Experience: 3 year licensed Occupational Therapist experience

Licensure/Certifications:

o Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Maryland

o Current BLS certification

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

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.

University of Maryland Medical Center