Occupational Therapist 1, Part TIme
University of Maryland Medical System

Job Description
SCHEDULE

Part Time Day M-F outpatient. Saturday rotation inpatient

JOB SUMMARY:

Deliver occupational therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.

JOB DUTIES:

Performs direct occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted occupational therapy standards, Maryland State Board of Occupational Therapy Practice, code of ethics, and departmental policies and procedures. *

Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.*

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 occupational therapy services. *

Assumes responsibility to resolve or report clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution, in order to assure high quality care, and efficient departmental operations. *

Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service. *

* Essential Job Duties

This position is located at

University Of Maryland Shore Regional Health Denton Diagnostic

920 Market Street

Denton, MD 21629

Company Description
At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.

As a team member of UM Shore Rehabilitation Services in Denton you will enjoy:

• One-on-one patient care. We differentiate ourselves from most outpatient therapy practices by having our therapists work with one patient at a time. We believe this allows us to achieve the best treatment outcomes and offers the best experience for our patients.
• Generous paid time off. Full time salaried clinical staff accrue a total of 27 days paid time off per year in each of the first five years of employment - 7 holidays plus four full weeks of vacation/sick time off. This increases to a total of 32 days paid time off per year after five years of service. (Part time salaried clinical staff accrue paid time off on a pro-rated basis.)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 4% employer match.
• Healthcare benefits. Highly competitive and affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance equivalent to one year's salary paid by the employer with the ability to purchase additional coverage.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
• Bachelor's Degree, required; Master's Degree, preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience, preferred.
• Current licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Maryland, required.
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification, required.

The employee in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the age of the patients served. He/she must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the necessary care as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Additional Information
This position requires a person who exhibits a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, the ability to work productively under stress, and who displays a professional demeanor and is able to prioritize workloads. Must be willing to travel between facilities.

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

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