What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist II (Full Time, Towson, Day Shift, Children's Unit) position at Sheppard Pratt?
As an Occupational Therapist II, you will:
- Perform a full range of occupational therapy services according to professional standards.
- Screen patients/students, provide functional assessments, develop goals and modalities for treatment plans, provide direct services for individuals and groups for assigned caseload.
- Communicate with patients/students based on an understanding of their developmental needs.
- Document and report patient/student progress to treatment/educational team.
- Participate in program evaluation.
- Utilize experience in program development for specialized patient population(s) and by representing professional discipline on committees as assigned.
- Assist in training, orienting, and evaluating the performance of occupational therapy interns and volunteers.
- May provide orientation and professional direction to newly hired Occupational Therapists.
- Work some evening and weekend shifts as needed.
Requires:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
- Current license to practice as an occupational therapist in the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously throughout tenure in position. Must maintain professional knowledge and skills through attendance at professional meetings, workshops, courses, and in-service sessions.
- Work requires current knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice in the field of psychosocial and physical dysfunction and basic computer usage skills obtained through academic and clinical internship requirements of a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
- Two to three years of progressively more responsible work experience in order to identify and meet treatment program needs of varying special patient/student populations, and possess a highly developed sense of the professional scope and parameters of occupational therapy practice. Experience as a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant may be considered, if applicable.
- Positions on inpatient units may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to facilitate programming.
What you’ll get from us.
At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- An extended clinical orientation led by Sheppard Pratt’s Clinical Education Department to prepare you for the responsibilities of your role.
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous mileage reimbursement program
Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
What we need from you.
- Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary.
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At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous mileage reimbursement program
Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!
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