Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy (North Liberty)

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

Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy (North Liberty)

The North Liberty Hospital department of Rehab Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to specialize in hand therapy. This candidate will administer treatment to patients with complex physical dysfunctions, disorders and/or injuries and evaluate and interpret findings. This position will primarily be assigned to an orthopedic outpatient setting.

Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patient’s needs. Assignment will involve hand and upper limb rehabilitation including fabrication of customized splints in an outpatient setting.

Evaluate and instruct patients in home treatment programs

Perform routine and assigned administrative tasks in an efficient manner

Participate in divisional quality/process improvement activities and recommend opportunities for improvement in service quality

Attend and participate in educational programs and provide educational experiences as assigned

Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public

Performs special projects and tasks as assigned

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: This role requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts within clinic hours (7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Monday–Friday), which may vary based on staffing needs.

Regular salaried position located in North Liberty, IA

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy is required

Entry level experience in occupational therapy in an outpatient setting.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required

Licenses/ Certifications:

Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required

Desirable Qualifications:

1-3 years experience in Occupational Therapy

1-3 years experience in the rehabilitation of the upper limb with emphasis on the wrist and hand including fabrication of customized splints

1-3 years experience in evaluation and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal disorders

Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated leadership in a work or academic setting

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Occupational Therapist
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

Contact Information

• Contact Name: Polly Terukina
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .