Occupational Therapist Jobs in Millersville, MD

Occupational Therapists (OTs) play a pivotal role in the therapy industry by helping individuals across all ages to participate in the activities and tasks they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday tasks (occupations). These professionals work with people who have physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities, and they develop individualized plans to improve their clients' ability to perform daily activities, prevent or minimize disability, and promote overall health and wellness. OTs may work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, clients' homes, or in corporate wellness programs.

Prior to becoming an Occupational Therapist, individuals may serve in roles such as a Rehab Aide, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or even a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Aide to gain relevant experience in the field. To become a successful OT, one should possess excellent interpersonal skills, physical stamina, patience, and creativity. They should also possess strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to assess patients' needs and create appropriate treatment plans. They must have a master's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and pass a national certification examination to become a certified Occupational Therapist. Some states may also require additional licensing.

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Occupational Therapist, Licensed

Therapy Solutions for Children, is seeking a pediatric occupational therapist / licensed, to provide OT services to clients and and famlies of TSFC....

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Occupational Therapist-PRN

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

REQUIREMENTS: Current Maryland Occupational Therapy License, American Heart Association BLS CPR Certification....

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Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Experience providing occupational therapy in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred....

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PRN Inpatient Occupational Therapist

  • MedStar Health
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: College degree in Occupational Therapy. Occupational Therapist licensure in Washington, D.C. at time of hire. CPR certification within 90 days of hire....

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Occupational Therapist OT - Outpatient Neuro

  • MedStar Health
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 13 days ago

of Position The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy services to patients to include but not limited to screening and evaluation treatment planning treatment implementation treatment...

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Occupational Therapist OT - Acute Care

  • MedStar Health
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 26 days ago

The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy services to patients, to include screening and evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment re-assessment and revision...

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Inpatient Occupational Therapist

  • MedStar Health
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Masters degree or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy. Professional competency as a general practitioner of occupational therapy....

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Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Powerback Rehabilitation
  • Riva, MD (16 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Riva, MD (16 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 2 days ago

in Occupational Therapy. * The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice....

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Occupational Therapist Home Care (PRN)

  • Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

Our Occupational Therapist support our residents in all aspects of daily living, providing person-centered care to ensure we meet all of our resident's needs....

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Travel Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Baltimore, Maryland Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist for a 13...

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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Rehabilitation - 5x8 Days

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure in the...

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Occupational Therapist

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

THE POSITION: Helps occupational therapy clients by providing rehabilitative services, under the direction of occupational therapists, to persons with mental, physical, emotional, or developmental impairments...

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Occupational Therapist PRN Inpatient Adult at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

  • MedStar Health
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

MedStar Health is looking for a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital!...

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Occupational Therapist - OT

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 17 hours ago

Therapy OTR Certification (NBCOT) Occupational Therapy Assistant experience, but New Grads are welcome to apply Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position Summary: The Occupational...

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Occupational Therapist-Staff

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Millersville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Summary JOB SUMMARY: Comprehensive Acute Rehabilitation Unit The Rehabilitation Institute at Sinai team is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist for the Comprehensive Acute Rehabilitation Unit....

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Millersville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists in Millersville, MD offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.4%
Doctorate Degree
9.3%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
High School or GED
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Occupational Therapists in Millersville, MD
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



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