MedStar Health
Acute Care Occupational Therapist (OT)
MedStar Health, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is looking for an
Acute Care OT
to join our team at
MedStar Washington Hospital Center ! We are looking for demonstrated professional competency as a general practitioner of Occupational Therapy and demonstrated independent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches, as well as excellent verbal and oral communication skills.As an Acute Care OT, you will be responsible for initial assessment, re-assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, reporting, and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. You will serve as a resource in your specified area of expertise and participate in organizing educational activities and special projects, facilitating staff development.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, 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:Provide effective and efficient care duties as it relates to respective clinical service, following accreditation guidelines, professional code of ethics, and standards of practice, including evaluation/re-evaluation, treatment planning and implementation, and resultant documentation. Implement plans that will achieve the outlined goals and administer individual treatment as ordered and consistent with rehab goals, determine equipment needs, assist the patient in obtaining assistive devices/adaptive equipment and wheelchairs, instruct and train patients and their families, and be responsible for daily maintenance of the therapy areas and equipment.Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning during patient care to maximize outcome and safety and access information for patient care. Maintain accurate and timely documentation to include clinical interventions provided, discharge and equipment recommendations, charges, and prescriptions, write legible progress notes or other documentation which accurately reflects treatment received, and accurately report the type of services provided to each patient daily on billing sheets and submit them in a timely manner.Participate in department/service/team specific decision making and problem solving that impacts patient care, participate in team conferences and family conferences as appropriate, collaborate interventions with other team members towards an interdisciplinary approach, and actively participate in general staff and team meetings. Identify opportunities for process improvement that impacts patient care and identify opportunities to expand supplies and equipment to enhance patient treatment options.Participate in developmental activities for continued professional growth, take initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self, and serve as a resource and preceptor for new employee and student orientation in specialty areas for occupational therapy service and team-based activities.Participate in the development and implementation of goals/objectives for the program area as delegated by Clinical Supervisor or Management, participate in services and continuing education programs through development and presentation for staff/students, and participate in clinical and administrative system development, data collection, and improvement implementation to assure optimal functioning of the service area. Participate in peer review, program evaluation, and quality improvement activities regularly and for special projects assigned and supervise OT students and volunteers.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.Bachelor's degree, Certificate, or master's degree in occupational therapy.Maintains necessary continuing education for licensure.1-2 years Clinical experience in rehabilitation or acute care.DC (District of Columbia) licensure or eligibility.BLS (Basic Life Support).Clinicians may be hired at varying clinical levels based upon experience/qualifications.This position has a hiring range of $72,758.40 - $166,795.20.
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MedStar Health is looking for an
Acute Care OT
to join our team at
MedStar Washington Hospital Center ! We are looking for demonstrated professional competency as a general practitioner of Occupational Therapy and demonstrated independent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches, as well as excellent verbal and oral communication skills.As an Acute Care OT, you will be responsible for initial assessment, re-assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, reporting, and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. You will serve as a resource in your specified area of expertise and participate in organizing educational activities and special projects, facilitating staff development.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, 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:Provide effective and efficient care duties as it relates to respective clinical service, following accreditation guidelines, professional code of ethics, and standards of practice, including evaluation/re-evaluation, treatment planning and implementation, and resultant documentation. Implement plans that will achieve the outlined goals and administer individual treatment as ordered and consistent with rehab goals, determine equipment needs, assist the patient in obtaining assistive devices/adaptive equipment and wheelchairs, instruct and train patients and their families, and be responsible for daily maintenance of the therapy areas and equipment.Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning during patient care to maximize outcome and safety and access information for patient care. Maintain accurate and timely documentation to include clinical interventions provided, discharge and equipment recommendations, charges, and prescriptions, write legible progress notes or other documentation which accurately reflects treatment received, and accurately report the type of services provided to each patient daily on billing sheets and submit them in a timely manner.Participate in department/service/team specific decision making and problem solving that impacts patient care, participate in team conferences and family conferences as appropriate, collaborate interventions with other team members towards an interdisciplinary approach, and actively participate in general staff and team meetings. Identify opportunities for process improvement that impacts patient care and identify opportunities to expand supplies and equipment to enhance patient treatment options.Participate in developmental activities for continued professional growth, take initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self, and serve as a resource and preceptor for new employee and student orientation in specialty areas for occupational therapy service and team-based activities.Participate in the development and implementation of goals/objectives for the program area as delegated by Clinical Supervisor or Management, participate in services and continuing education programs through development and presentation for staff/students, and participate in clinical and administrative system development, data collection, and improvement implementation to assure optimal functioning of the service area. Participate in peer review, program evaluation, and quality improvement activities regularly and for special projects assigned and supervise OT students and volunteers.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.Bachelor's degree, Certificate, or master's degree in occupational therapy.Maintains necessary continuing education for licensure.1-2 years Clinical experience in rehabilitation or acute care.DC (District of Columbia) licensure or eligibility.BLS (Basic Life Support).Clinicians may be hired at varying clinical levels based upon experience/qualifications.This position has a hiring range of $72,758.40 - $166,795.20.
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