Occupational Therapist- PRN (As Needed)

What You’ll Do as an LVMG Occupational Therapist:

• Conduct structured patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide individual and group therapy to enhance cognitive, physical, and psychosocial functioning.
• Continuously assess treatment effectiveness, monitor resident progress, and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, and treatment documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Educate residents and families regarding therapy goals, progress, and strategies to support continued success.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to appropriate team members and participate in interdisciplinary care meetings as needed.
• Apply age-specific knowledge and best practices when developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Maintain therapy equipment and supplies while ensuring all appropriate safety standards are followed.
• Provide guidance and oversight to COTAs and students and serve as a resource and role model for clinical best practices.
• Support group activities and contribute to a positive, engaging, and therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism when navigating challenging or stressful situations.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and promote the efficient use of resources.
• Adhere to facility policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices.
• Provide in-service education to team members as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Why You’ll Love Being Part of LVMG:

• Competitive wages
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Paid professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to work within a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization
• A culture centered around caring, collaboration, and support

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Occupational Therapist license in Maryland.
• Previous experience preferred

• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels, including residents, staff, families, external vendors/authorities, and the public.
• Strong attention to detail in writing, proofreading, managing priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, demonstrating a cooperative, respectful, and compassionate approach to colleagues and resident care.
• Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and technology.
• Maintains professionalism, composure, and a positive attitude when managing challenging situations.
• Physically able to move throughout the workday and lift items up to 50 pounds; pushing/pulling 100 pounds using safe handling practices.
• May be necessary to assist with resident evacuation during emergency situations.
• Complies with organizational health and safety requirements, including vaccination policies or valid exemptions