OT - Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab Services - Work on Weekend (WOW) (602)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, direct and administer prescribed OT treatments to help patients recover maximum function. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and at least two years of OT experience, plus Alabama license or eligibility and CPR certification.

Shifts are three 10-hour days (Fri-Sun or Sat-Mon), with a 40-hour compensation framework. Join a large health system known for patient care and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Two years of Occupational Therapy experience required.
• Alabama license or eligibility and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, direct and administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments to assist patients.
• Commit to work three 10-hour shifts Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday.

Skills

OT experience

CPR certification

Licensed/eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $70,425.00 - $114,400.00 / year

Shifts: (3) 10-Hour Shifts Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday, yet compensated for 40 hours.

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To evaluate, plan, direct and administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments to assist patients to improve or restore their maximum functional level. To commit to work three (3) 10-hour shifts Friday through Sunday or Saturday through Monday.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and two (2) years of Occupational Therapy experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed, eligible to be licensed or practicing under a limited permit as an Occupational Therapist (OT) according to the rules and regulations of the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy required. Currently certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.