Occupational Therapist II, Stroke Unit, $10k Sign on

Company Description

Join the UM Rehab Team!

At UM Rehab, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work in a setting that seamlessly blends elements of acute care, outpatient therapy, and skilled nursing, creating a fast-paced yet deeply rewarding environment. Our dedicated Stroke Unit specializes in treating highly complex cases, including coma-emerging patients and individuals with behavioral challenges, ensuring they receive the specialized care needed for recovery. Our multidisciplinary team is equipped with the expertise and training to manage cases that many other facilities are unable to accommodate.

Why Join UM Rehab?
Diverse & Challenging Cases: Gain invaluable experience working with complex diagnoses that enhance your clinical skills and deepen your understanding of stroke recovery.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team that emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and open communication, ensuring the best outcomes for patients.
Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a hardworking, compassionate team that feels like family and is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Impactful & Rewarding Work: While the job can be emotionally demanding, the reward of seeing patients progress—and even hearing success stories long after discharge—makes every challenge worthwhile.

At UM Rehab, we’re looking for professionals who are empathetic, adaptable, and passionate about patient care. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level in an environment where your skills and dedication truly make a difference, we invite you to join our team!

Job Description

Job Summary

Delivers advanced occupational therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy services. May lead or engage in professional development and performance improvement activities. Responsible for identifying, resolving, and/or escalating clinical and operational issues and assists in selection and maintenance of equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

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 responsibilities performed.

• Performs advanced occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted occupational therapy standards, Maryland State Board Practice, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational procedures. 
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients to promote health, well-being, and the patient’s ability to participate in the important activities in their life.   Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.
• Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• Informs patients, families, medical and occupational therapy team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Engages in professional development and advancement activities such as learning opportunities or areas of improvement.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students based on departmental needs.
• Participates, engages in, and/or may lead performance improvement activities, and other initiatives. 
• Identifies, resolves, and/or escalates clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Assists in the selection, care, and maintenance of department diagnostic and treatment equipment, materials, and supplies and participates in decisions regarding the purchase of equipment. 
• Facilitates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Qualifications

Education & Experience - Required

• Education:  Master's degree required. Bachelor's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2008 (per previous requirement).
• Experience: 1 year licensed Occupational Therapist experience
• Licensure/Certifications:
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Maryland
  • Current BLS certification