Manager, Occupational Therapy

1/18/2026

The Manager of Occupational Therapy oversees the delivery and development of occupational therapy services, including clinical care and staff supervision. This role also involves managing daily operations and leading quality improvement initiatives.

Salary

95340 - 146883 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

We provide assessment and treatment on an outpatient basis at our facilities at Broadway and Triad, at schools and in-home, as well as consultation services to hospitals and other community-based programs. Our inpatient programs, the Neuro-Behavioral Unit and Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program serve as models of treatment in a medical setting. We are committed to providing the best possible outcomes for children, families, their support systems and their communities through assessment, treatment, parent training, educational and consultative services.

About the Role

Overview

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.

You will enjoy robust opportunities for professional development, including being an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. This is an opportunity to build leadership skills and be mentored by our OT leadership team.

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.

Qualifications

Licensure: Must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in Maryland.
Certification: CPR certification required.
Education: Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy required; Master’s preferred.
Experience: Minimum 5 years clinical experience (2+ in pediatrics); supervisory experience required.

Minimum pay range

USD $95,340.00/Yr.

Maximum pay range

USD $146,883.00/Yr.

Key Skills

LeadershipProgram DevelopmentClinical CareStaff SupervisionMentoringRegulatory ComplianceCollaborationQuality ImprovementPerformance ReviewsTrainingPatient CareTreatment PlansInterdepartmental CollaborationOccupational TherapyCPR CertificationPediatrics