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Job description
Overview
nKennedy Krieger Institute is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to join our Occupational Therapy team. This early career professional will support the mission, vision, and values of Kennedy Krieger by providing evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention for individuals with sensory motor or neuromotor dysfunction.
nThe Occupational Therapist I will work collaboratively with patients, families, students, staff, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver compassionate, client-centered care. This role also includes maintaining accurate documentation, supporting caregiver education, participating in professional development, and contributing to a respectful, inclusive care environment.
nKey Responsibilities
nnnEvaluate assigned patients by gathering information about functional skills, roles, and context to support treatment planning.
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nnDevelop treatment plans grounded in best practices, evidence, and clinical reasoning.
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nnProvide client-centered, compassionate, culturally sensitive, and effective occupational therapy interventions.
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nnCollaborate with patients and families to identify occupational therapy needs and prioritize treatment goals.
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nnComplete thorough, objective, organized, and clinically accurate documentation in accordance with Institute, departmental, AOTA, and Maryland state guidelines.
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nnWork effectively as part of inter- and intra-disciplinary teams while demonstrating initiative, professional communication, and sound judgment.
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nnSupport scheduling practices, productivity standards, and continuity of care through proactive communication with the Care Center and supervisor.
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nnMay supervise or provide guidance to COTAs, occupational therapy students, rehabilitation aides, rehabilitation techs, volunteers, and visitors.
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nnMaintain treatment spaces and supplies while following safety and infection control policies.
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n nQualifications
nnnMust possess and maintain licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Maryland.
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nnMust possess and maintain CPR certification.
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nnBachelor’s degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy required.
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nnMaster’s degree highly preferred.
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nnPrevious experience in pediatrics and/or rehabilitation and treatment preferred.
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n nSkills and Competencies
nThe ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of occupational therapy principles, ethics, evidence-based practice, patient care, and Maryland Occupational Therapy regulations. The Occupational Therapist I should also be able to make appropriate clinical judgments, advocate for patients and families, communicate effectively, complete tasks accurately, and work successfully in team-based settings.
nPhysical and Work Requirements
nThis position requires the physical ability to provide occupational therapy assessments and treatment, including lifting and transferring clients and adaptive or therapeutic equipment up to 25 pounds. The role may require movement between offices or locations, travel within Maryland or nationally as needed, and physical presence at the assigned job site.
nOur Commitment to Inclusion
nKennedy Krieger strives for an environment where every individual has the opportunity to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, with or without reasonable accommodations.
nAbout Kennedy Krieger Institute
nAll employees at Kennedy Krieger are expected to uphold the Institute’s mission, vision, values, Code of Conduct, and Culture of Safety. Employees are expected to demonstrate respect, civility, self-awareness, openness to constructive feedback, and professionalism in interactions with colleagues, patients, students, families, and others.
nApply today to join a collaborative team dedicated to helping individuals reach their fullest potential through meaningful, evidence-based occupational therapy services.
nMinimum pay range
nUSD $74,000.00/Yr.
nMaximum pay range
nUSD $101,504.00/Yr.
nSoftware Powered by ICIMS
nVacancy ID 13452
nPos. Category Rehabilitative Therapy - Occupational Therapy
nJob Location : Street 801 N. Broadway
n# of Hours 40.00
nJob Locations US-MD-Baltimore
nPos. Type Regular Full Time
nDepartment : Name Occupational Therapy
nEqual Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet
Worksite address
baltimore, MD, 21276, US
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