Occupational Therapist

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 retirement match

Job summary

University of Michigan seeks an Occupational Therapist to join the Kellogg Eye Center, providing OT support in Low Vision and Brain Injury Rehab clinics. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, planning and implementing therapy, and collaborating with physicians and technicians to maximize functional independence.

Required qualifications include OT master’s or doctorate, Michigan registration, NBCOT, and internship completion.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy required for licensure.
• Current Michigan registration in Occupational Therapy and NBCOT membership required.
• Internship completion completed as part of OT education.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and implement specialized OT care to improve functional independence in outpatient Low Vision and Brain Injury Rehab clinics.
• Assess physical, cognitive, and daily living abilities through observation and testing.
• Create individualized treatment goals aligned with patient needs and objectives.

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking ability

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (pre-2007 licensure)

Current Michigan Occupational Therapy registration

Current NBCOT membership

Internship completion

Job description

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Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

Provide OT support to the Low Vision and Brain Injury Rehab clinic within Kellogg Eye Center.

Responsibilities*

- Evaluate, plan, and implement specialized care program to help patients restore or maximize functional independence in outpatient Low Vision and Brain Injury Rehab clinics.
- Assess physical, cognitive, and daily living abilities through direct observation and testing.
- Build individualized treatment goals based on patient needs and personal objectives.
- Guide patients through exercises, manual arts, and functional training to improve mobility.
- Utilize occupational therapy media, including creative and manual arts, recreational, educational, and social activities, and training in everyday activities.
- Teach safety techniques to patients and their caregivers.
- Work closely with physicians and technicians.
- Ordering custom devices such as bioptic telescopes.
- Patient home visits
- Record detailed clinical notes and prepare updates on patient progress.
- Inbasket management including timely responses to other care providers, patients, and departments.

Required Qualifications*

• If licensed before 1/1/2007: Bachelor?s degree in Occupational Therapy
• If licensed on or after 1/1/2007: Master?s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
• Satisfactory completion of an internship program
• Current Michigan registration in Occupational Therapy
• Current NBCOT membership
• This classification requires Primary Source Verification

Desired Qualifications*

- Research experience
- Vision Rehabilitation training
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations are required

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.