Hand Therapy Occupational Therapist — Outpatient Rehab

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa in North Liberty seeks an Occupational Therapist to specialize in hand therapy in an orthopedic outpatient setting. You will evaluate complex upper-extremity conditions, design treatment plans, and fabricate splints as needed. The role emphasizes patient education and home exercise programs within a 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

clinic schedule. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and Iowa licensure; entry-level experience is acceptable, with 1–3 years

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in outpatient hand therapy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide hand therapy assessment and treatment.
• Fabricate customized splints for upper limb rehabilitation.
• Educate patients on home exercise programs and injury prevention.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Iowa OT licensure

Job description

The University of Iowa in North Liberty seeks an Occupational Therapist to specialize in hand therapy in an orthopedic outpatient setting. You will evaluate complex upper-extremity conditions, design treatment plans, and fabricate splints as needed. The role emphasizes patient education and home exercise programs within a 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

clinic schedule. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and Iowa licensure; entry-level experience is acceptable, with 1–3 years