Occupational Therapist - Adult, Acute Care

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI seeks an Occupational Therapist - Acute Care to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maximize functional outcomes and optimize discharge.

This full-time, day-shift role offers four 10-hour shifts on Mon, Tue, Wed and alternating weekends, onsite at University Hospital. Commitment to learning and program development, with strong clinical autonomy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• 2 years prior relevant experience preferred.
• Licensure as an OT in Wisconsin upon hire required.
• BLS certification within 3 months required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide patient- and family-centered care in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Demonstrate clinical excellence, autonomy, adaptability and engagement.
• Commit to ongoing learning through mentorship, education and learning opportunities.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, day shift position. This position is scheduled to work four, 10-hour shifts and includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and every-other weekend. When working you will be onsite at University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI.

Pay

• This position may be eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants
• Weekend pay differential

Be part of something remarkable

Help patients live their lives to the fullest at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

Job Description

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist - Acute Care to:

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and optimize discharge.
• Provide patient and family centered care in a fast paced, dynamic acute care environment at a nationally recognized academic medical center.
• Demonstrate a high level of clinical excellence, autonomy, adaptability, and engagement.
• Commit to on-going learning to advance their clinical knowledge, skills, and abilities through peer mentorship, clinical education, and other learning opportunities.
• Take an active role in program development and quality improvement.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required

Work Experience

• 2 years prior relevant experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.