Occupational Therapist OT - Acute / Inpatient PRN at MEDSTAR HEALTH summary:
The Occupational Therapist (OT) at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital provides comprehensive occupational therapy services, including screening, evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge planning for patients in the acute/inpatient setting. This role requires collaboration with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment protocols and ensure effective patient care, while also assisting in program planning and mentoring staff and students. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and licensure in Occupational Therapy and demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and high-quality patient access.
General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is looking for anOccupational Therapist to join ourteam at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital!We are looking forprofessional competency as a general practitioner in occupational therapy, independent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches, and the ability to work in a team environment.
The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy services to patients, to include but not limited to 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.
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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 inexperienced staff, students, volunteers, and technicians.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041
Keywords:
Occupational Therapy, Patient Care, Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Healthcare, Rehabilitation, Discharge Planning, Program Development, Clinical Instruction, Professional Growth
