Job Description

Occupational Therapist, Psychiatric PRN Saturdays

We are looking for talented professionals to join our team at University of Maryland Medical Center - Downtown Campus.  

Our Psychiatric Occupational Therapy team is focused on delivering the best care possible to every patient and to supporting each other. When you join our team you will:

Deliver psychiatric occupational therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.Work as a part of a high performing team of dedicated Psychiatric Occupational Therapists providing patient centered care, anchored in the Recovery Model, in two state of the art Adult Inpatient Psychiatric units and the Adult Partial Hospitalization Program.Grow your career and professional skillset through our robust mentorship program, wide variety of training opportunities, and pursuit of program expansion.Advance your career through our established Psychiatric Occupational Therapy specific Professional Advancement Model.

As a member of the UMMC team, you’ll experience:

A competitive pay scaleA collaborative and compassionate environmentComprehensive benefits plan including health, dental and visionGenerous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement contributions and more!

When we say “our community” we mean it.

Company Description

PRN-Every Saturday 8a-12p

University of Maryland Medical Center: Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care.  Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing.  Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!  

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree, or Doctorate of OT, required.Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist with the State of Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is required.Current CPR certification is required.2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist preferredPsychiatric and/or child/adolescent psych experience preferred

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of Psychiatry, such as current Diagnostic Statistical Manual diagnoses, and the ability to work independently as well as lead and co-lead group treatment is required.Ability to read, write, and speak English in order to follow and give instructions accurately.Ability to learn and practice positive guest relations skills.Effective verbal and written communication skills are required in order to work with patients and other therapy personnel effectively.Additional Information

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