Occupational Therapist - Contingent - Outpatient

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide pediatric-focused OT services. You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and help them recover or maintain daily living and therapeutic skills in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires an ACOTE-accredited OT degree, Michigan licensure, and current CPR or documentation of obtaining within 90 days.

Qualifications

• ACOTE-accredited OT program completion.
• Active Michigan OT license.
• CPR certification or within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop OT treatment plans.
• Deliver pediatric occupational therapy services.
• Document care and collaborate with healthcare team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with policies.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Pediatric care

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve. Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact. Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

• Performs OT evaluation and uses treatments to develop, recover, or maintain the daily living and work skills of patients.
• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to a primarily pediatric caseload, while also treating clients with neurological, orthopedic, and hand therapy.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment, treatment, discharge planning and collaboration with other health care providers.
• Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.
• Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.
• Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.
• Delegates aspects of patient care to support staff per OT/OTA MI Licensure Administrative Rules providing necessary communication and supervision.
• Maintains clinical productivity standards.
• Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.
• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.
• Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.
• Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.
• Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, AOTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.
• If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.
• Participates in student education programs
• May have other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Occupational Therapy bachelor degree acquired from an Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) accredited program.

Certification/Licensures Required

• Current State of Michigan licensure
• Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire)