Manager, Occupational Therapy

Job Description

Overview : \n

Offering $5,000 Hiring Incentive!

Step into a leadership role where innovation meets impact. As the Manager of Occupational Therapy in the Outpatient Department at Kennedy Krieger Institute, you'll be at the forefront of shaping transformative care for patients and families. This pivotal position offers the opportunity to lead a passionate team of therapists, drive program development, and elevate clinical excellence across the department. From mentoring staff and ensuring regulatory compliance to fostering cross-functional collaboration, you'll play a key role in advancing our mission of improving lives through cutting-edge therapy and compassionate care.

Position Summary

The Manager, Occupational Therapy oversees the delivery and development of occupational therapy services within a specific department at Kennedy Krieger Institute. This includes clinical care, staff supervision, program development, compliance, and interdepartmental collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Oversight : Manage daily operations, develop programs, and lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Staff Supervision : Oversee occupational therapy staff, conduct performance reviews, and support hiring / training.
• Clinical Care : Provide direct patient care, develop treatment plans, and maintain a caseload.
• Training & Support : Mentor staff, ensure competency, and track training compliance.
• Liaison Role : Act as a bridge between OT leadership and other departments.
• Documentation : Ensure high-quality, compliant clinical documentation.
• Productivity & Scheduling : Monitor department productivity and scheduling accuracy.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration : Participate in team conferences and staff development.
• Quality Improvement : Assist in designing and implementing improvement activities.
• Epic System Leadership : Lead documentation updates and staff training in Epic.
• Expansion Projects : Support logistics and planning for department growth.
• Recruitment & Onboarding : Collaborate with recruiters and manage onboarding logistics.

Qualifications

\n\nMinimum pay range : \nUSD $95,340.00 / Yr.\n\nMaximum pay range : \nUSD $146,883.00 / Yr.