Occupational Therapy Assistant I
University of Maryland Medical System

Baltimore, Maryland

Posted in Education and Training

$22,878.00 - $27,962.00 per year


Job Info


Job Description
Deliver occupational therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

  • Performs direct occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with Maryland State Board of Occupational Therapy Practice, code of ethics, and departmental policies and procedures for the delivery of limited occupational therapy services.
  • Records patient data collected for re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
  • Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve occupational therapy services.
  • Assumes responsibility to resolve or report clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution, in order to assure high quality care, and efficient departmental operations.
  • Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient centered care and delivers excellent customer service


  • Company Description
    When we say "our community" we mean it.

    UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City.

    Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on helping people manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases.

    Qualifications
    Education and Experience
  • Associate's Degree required.
  • Current licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Maryland is required.
  • One (1) year of related experience preferred.
  • Current ACLS or BCLS certification is required.

  • Patient Safety

    Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
  • Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
  • Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
  • Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.


  • Additional Information
    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    Compensation
    • Pay Range: $22.878-$27.962
    • Other Compensation (if applicable):
    • Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide



    More Education and Training jobs


    Bank Street College of Education
    New York, New York
    $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
    Posted about 3 hours ago

    Bank Street College of Education
    New York, New York
    $50.00 - $70.00 per hour
    Posted about 3 hours ago

    University of Richmond
    Richmond, Virginia
    $16.20 per hour
    Posted about 2 hours ago

    Get Hired Faster

    Subscribe to job alerts and upload your resume!

    *By registering with our site, you agree to our
    Terms and Privacy Policy.


    Share diversity job

    Occupational Therapy Assistant I is posted on all sites within our Diversity Job Network.


    African American Job Search Logo
    Hispanic Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Asian Job Search Logo
    Women Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Diversity Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Seniors to Work Logo
    Black Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Veteran Job Center Logo
    LGBT Job Search Logo
    Asian Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Disabled Job Seekers Logo
    Senior Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Disability Inclusion Jobs Logo
    US Diversity Job Search Logo
    LGBTQ Inclusion Jobs Logo
    Hispanic Job Exchange Logo