Occupational Therapist - Strides Therapy and Educational Services

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: Annapolis & Gambrills Maryland

Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services

About Us:

Strides Therapy & Educational Services a reputable and client-centered pediatric multidisciplinary practice with two locations within Anne Arundel County in Maryland. Our team consists of Occuptional Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Speech-Language Pathology Assistants, and Special Education Teachers. We emphasize using evidence-based, personalized care. We are currently seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to join our team and help us deliver comprehensive care that enriches the lives of our clients. Position would be approximately 24 hours (or 3 days) per week. Hours can be divided over multiple days or can be worked as full, 8-hour days.

Position Overview:

Your role is critical in assessing and addressing the unique developmental, sensory, motor, and cognitive needs of pediatric clients, empowering them to achieve their maximum potential in daily activities and participation. Our ideal candidate is a passionate and knowledgeable team member who is looking to grow their clinical skills in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere. We believe in collaboration and work-life balance.

The candidate must be available to work after school hours. Every day includes an hour lunch break. Productivity can vary from 75% to 88% without cancellations depending upon your desired pay; Given our average cancellation rate, typical productivity would be about 64% to 74%. Unproductive time and canceled sessions will be available for therapists to complete other job duties.

• Day to day tasks: complete formal and evaluations, develop plans of care, plan and conduct therapy, complete progress reports, complete discharge summaries, educate family and caregivers, communicate with families and team members as needed, collaborate with our/client's multidisciplinary team, cleaning/sanitizing of used materials, keeping workspace tidy
• Soft skills- strong interpersonal skills, detail oriented, organized, self-starter, compassionate, creative, confident

What our employees say about working for us:

"Culture is friendly and inclusive."

"Everyone is very supportive and willing to help each other."

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or highter in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in a private practice or prediatrics preferrred.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention implementation across diverse populations and diagnoses.
• Proficiency in navigating insurance processes and documentation requirements for billing purposes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members, clients, and families.

Part-Time Benefits:

• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4th and 5th percent
• up to 10 paid holidays
• accrual of PTO/sick days
• professional liability insurance

Please see our website here to learn more about us: https://stridesspeechtherapy.com

Please contact Loren Dlugos, M.S. CCC-SLP for more information and additional details. loren@stridesspeechtherapy.com / (410) 929-2240 (call or text)

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in Maryland. Apply today!

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