Occupational Therapist - Full Time Inpatient Adult at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

General Summary of Position


MedStar Health i s looking for an Occupational Therapy Clinician to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital !

As an Occupational Therapy Clinic ian , you will be a staff therapist who participates in the evaluation and treatment of patients based upon current principles and practices of OT. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

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Primary Duties:

• Provides direct OT evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of functioning, setting appropriate goals and making appropriate discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice. Provides direct OT treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions.

• Utilizes appropriate documentation forms and abides by PM&R's documentation standards. Collaborates with physicians, patients, family, and other members of the health care team relative to patient treatment and progress and other affiliated agencies. Actively participates in meetings, in-services, and rounds regarding patient care and/or departmental items.

• Supervises OTAs and rehabilitation technicians. Coordinates and prioritizes own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities. Participates in program development as assigned by OT Clinical Leader.

• Participates in at least 10 contact hours of continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency. Provides at least one yearly in-service to staff and/or community for continuing education purposes.

• Adheres to all Department of Health and Joint Commission regulations regarding the physical environment and patient care. Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• AOTA accredited school with completion of the NBCOT certification exam.

• Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia.

• Occupational Therapist licensure.

• CPR ( Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) within 90 days .

Clinicians may be hired at varying\rclinical levels based upon experience/qualifications.

This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $123,260
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