Occupational Therapist, Full-time Outpatient Pediatric at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Washington
Posted on: July 4, 2025
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Job Description:
General Summary of Position MedStar Health is looking for an
Occupational Therapy Clinician to join our team at MedStar
Georgetown University Hospital! As an Occupational Therapy (OT)
Clinician, you will participate in the evaluation and treatment of
patients based upon current principles and practices of OT. The OT
Clinician II will assist with self-development, staff education,
mentoring, orientation, and competency assessment. These functions
are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and
regulations and MedStar Georgetown's philosophy, policies,
procedures, and standards. Join one of the largest healthcare
systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized
as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and
learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
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. Instructs OT interns and other
students as indicated and mentors for less experienced staff.
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 20 contact hours of continuing
education programs or other opportunities for learning for
continued professional competency. Provides at least two-yearly
in-services 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. Demonstrates participation in at least one
non-clinical activity, such as committees, task forces, etc.
Qualifications: - Master's degree in occupational therapy. -
Minimum 2 years of clinical practice, education as defined in
education requirements. - Health Services/OT - Occupational
Therapist – Registered Current D.C (District of Columbia) license
or qualified candidate for D.C. license as an Occupational
Therapist. - BLS (Basic Life Support). This position has a hiring
range of $72,758 - $130,041
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