Occupational Therapist I Acute Care - Full-time

GBMC HealthCare • Towson, MD

17d • $33 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, delivers occupational therapy (OT) services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans in accordance with the Maryland Occupational Therapy Practice Act. Assists with the overall operation of the department. Education: BS, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy Experience: Not Applicable Licensures/Certifications: • Current Maryland license as an Occupational Therapist. • Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification). Skills: • Knowledge of Occupational Therapy theories, practices, and standards • Entry level skills in oral and written communication • Skill in organization • Ability to set priorities and schedule patients utilizing time efficiently • Ability to evaluate patient function, develop treatment plans, and monitor patient progress • Ability to utilize standardized tests to support documentation • Ability to demonstrate of excellent customer service skills • Ability to manage an average caseload of 6 patients per 8-hour day • Basic computer skills and ability to learn EMR navigation Physical Requirements: Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to seventy-five percent (75%) of work time administering treatments, observing patients, maintaining records or dealing with staff. Ability to stand and walk >60% of the time. Ability to lift ≥ 30 lbs. Working Conditions: Normal patient care environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperatures, and the like. Ability to perform work while using personal protective equipment (PPE). Conditions of Employment: Current Maryland license as an Occupational Therapist. Current Healthcare Provider (CPR certification).

Requirements

• BS, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current Maryland license as an Occupational Therapist.
• Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy theories, practices, and standards
• Entry level skills in oral and written communication
• Skill in organization
• Ability to set priorities and schedule patients utilizing time efficiently
• Ability to evaluate patient function, develop treatment plans, and monitor patient progress
• Ability to utilize standardized tests to support documentation
• Ability to demonstrate of excellent customer service skills
• Ability to manage an average caseload of 6 patients per 8-hour day
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn EMR navigation
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to seventy-five percent (75%) of work time administering treatments, observing patients, maintaining records or dealing with staff.
• Ability to stand and walk >60% of the time.
• Ability to lift ≥ 30 lbs.
• Ability to perform work while using personal protective equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Evaluation •Evaluates the patient's functional status including: Review of medical history, diagnosis, and physician's order; Observation and interview of patient/caregiver Application of appropriate assessment procedures.
• Determines short and long-term goals with patient/caregiver input; establishes plan of care based upon evaluation results and input of other team members.
• Identifies barriers to patient care
• Treatment • Implements appropriate therapeutic interventions; progresses treatment plan in areas of self-care, activities of daily living, posture, positioning, and homemaking; teaches patient/family/caregiver activities to reinforce therapeutic interventions; provides/fits/constructs appropriate assistive/adaptive devices, or splints and recognizes patient distress signals which need follow-up.
• Documents evaluations/re-evaluations, progress notes; records data required for statistics, billing, and quality improvement activities, as appropriate.
• Utilizes the assistance of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), rehab techs, and volunteers as appropriate; providing supervision the above as required by regulations.
• Consistently provides both written and verbal patient education
• Clinical Collaboration • Communicates with multidisciplinary team members both formally and informally, discussing evaluation findings, patient progress, and other pertinent information.
• Communicates with patient/family/caregiver to allay anxieties; seeks input and elicits cooperation.
• Participates in discharge planning with interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation program
• Department Initiatives • Receptive to change, promoting and complying with departmental initiatives
• Team Work • Demonstrates flexibility with patient schedule to accommodate same day evaluations, POD#0 evaluations, re-evaluations, and follow-up treatments
• Identifies and communicates issues related to the working environment
• Utilizes chain of command effectively to promote cohesion and teamwork
• Professional Growth & Development: • Independently recognizes own clinical limitations and seeks advice/ education
• Actively seeks advice and incorporates feedback from OT mentor/Program Manager
• Utilizes evidence based research for clinical practice and documentation
• Performance Improvement • Actively seeks advice and/or demonstrates incorporation of feedback for performance
• Adheres to performance improvement/LDM requirements per department plan
• Leadership Collaboration • Identifies unit issues/problems and collaborates with OT mentor/program manager to develop resolutions
• Will perform at least 3 annual peer reviews
• Fiscal accountability
• Demonstrates proficiency in proper billing and coding
• Utilizes time management skills to increase productivity, meets minimum monthly standard 8/12
• All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. · Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy · Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. · Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations · Actively pursues learning and self-development · Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. · Sets a positive, professional example for others · Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them · Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties · Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. · Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team · Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way · Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions · Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. · Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment · Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. · Embraces change and improvement in the work environment · Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services · Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles · Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off
• Free parking
• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"
• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"
• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level