Occupational Therapist (OT)

Heritage•Bel Air, MD

19d•$48 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based Position Join our Pediatric School-Based Team and use your passion for helping children succeed in the classroom and beyond! Occupational Therapist (OT) 2026-2027 School Year Full-Time | 37.5 Hours Per Week Maryland HealthPRO® Pediatrics is a leading national provider of highly skilled therapy and educational professionals. We are committed to delivering exceptional services that help children achieve their fullest potential. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our school-based team for the 2026-2027 school year.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current State Occupational Therapist license
Current NBCOT certificate
Current CPR certification
Efficient problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication skills and time management skills
Must keep best interest of the client and family at the forefront of all activities
Collaborative nature
Allegiance to the mission, values, and vision of the organization
Demonstrate knowledge of principles, techniques, materials and equipment in pediatric occupational therapy.
Ability to evaluate a patient’s occupational therapy needs and communicate the patient’s needs to the legal guardian and/or appropriate parties involved in the patient’s care.
Ability to communicate with a high degree of written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of CPT & ICD 10 coding procedures.
Thorough knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
Demonstrate working knowledge of computer programs (EMRs)

Responsibilities

Provides skilled occupational therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.
Adheres to state requirements for supervision of COTAs to provide services with the highest care standards
Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment; recommending follow up programs.
Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.
Maintains patient records confidentially.
Records treatment charges daily and completes documentation in accurate and timely manner.
Complies with the applicable State Occupational Therapy Practice Act, rules and regulations
Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
Maintains clean work area, clean treatment rooms and requests needed supplies.
Maintains professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
Complies with all company policies and procedures.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers and other professionals as it relates to collaboration of care for the patient.
Keeps regular clinic hours as approved by Manager.
Directs all patient scheduling matters through the front desk coordinator.
Attends meetings as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.