Occupational Therapist OT - Acute Care PRN
Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Severn
Posted on: July 1, 2025
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Job Description:
General Summary of Position MedStar Health is looking for an
Occupational Therapist t o join our team at MedStar Harbor Hospital
! The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy services
to patients, to include screening and evaluation, treatment
planning, treatment implementation, treatment re-assessment and
revision, patient/client re-evaluation, discharge planning, and
documentation. The Occupational Therapist participates , as
requested , in program planning and protocol development and
assists the team in meeting established goals. The Occupational
Therap ist provides occupational therapy services to patients
including treatment, training, and equipment recommendations under
the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist according to
the state requirements of which the provider is practicing. Join
one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington
metro re gion, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland
Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your
next great career move! Primary Duties: Provides evaluation
services including review of pertinent historical information,
performance of specific assessments, and determination of
recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation
findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates
patient and family in the goals setting. Demonstrates proficiency
in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation
findings, the patient's presentation, and the evolving health care
environment. Consults with other healthcare professionals as
indicated . Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition
requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for
medical/rehabilitation consultation. Completes appropriate
discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely
documents and charges for patient care activities considering our
evolving health care environment, painting a clear picture of the
patient's course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan
of care that establishes baseline and goals, legible daily
encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge
evaluation. Demonstrates effective time management and meets
productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule.
Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless
patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability,
creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our
patient consumer driven environment. Takes initiative in pursuing
and directing continuing education for professional growth and
competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical
instructor to assign students. Assists with orientation and
mentoring of new staff , students, volunteers, and technicians.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree from an
accredited school of Occupational Therapy. Maryland, District of
Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure as necessary for your
specific location(s). American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life
Support). Primary Duties and Responsibilities Minimum
Qualifications This position has a hiring range of $55.00 -
$55.00
Keywords: MEDSTAR HEALTH, Olney , Occupational Therapist OT - Acute Care PRN, Healthcare , Severn, Maryland
