Occupational Therapist - Baltimore MD

Occupational Therapist

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, providing temporary support to various Johns Hopkins locations. Our employees are the strength of our service! Are you ready to play a crucial role in healthcare at one of the world's leading medical institutions? If you are an Occupational Therapist looking to enjoy the perks of temporary staffing yet feel like a member of a large organization, Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is your employer!

What we have to offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Intrastaff constantly surveys the market to ensure top pay rate for our employees. Pay Rate: $50-55 Per hour
• World-Class Environment: Work alongside some of the best healthcare professionals, including top nurses, physicians, and allied health experts.
• Futuristic Healthcare: Johns Hopkins is known as a teaching Health System and whether directly or indirectly, you'll have exposure to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking medical research.
• Benefits: There are options for a tax-deferred annuity 401 (k) Retirement Plan and Johns Hopkins Employer Health Program Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

Position Overview:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing occupational therapy treatment programs for patients. This role works collaboratively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to promote functional independence, improve quality of life, and achieve treatment goals. The Occupational Therapist maintains accurate documentation, provides patient and family education, and participates in ongoing professional development activities.

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM and every 3rd weekend (one weekend day)

Responsibilities:

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations, develop plans of care, establish goals, document progress, and complete discharge summaries.
• Plan and conduct individual and group therapy sessions in accordance with physician orders, departmental protocols, and patient assessments.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve functional independence, including ADL training, therapeutic exercises, splinting, energy conservation, stress management, relaxation techniques, and life skills training.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment plans and discharge needs; actively participate in team meetings.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises and treatment programs using verbal instruction, written materials, and demonstrations.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, including empathy in challenging interpersonal situations.
• Manage multiple tasks effectively in psychiatric and/or acute care rehabilitation environments.
• Ensure availability and proper functioning of departmental equipment and supplies.
• Participate in departmental goal setting, quality assurance initiatives, budgeting, and annual policy reviews.
• Supervise and support Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in alignment with professional standards.

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