Per Diem Occupational Therapist-Acute Care

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

UW Health's University Hospital in Madison is seeking an Occupational Therapist - Acute Care for a part-time, per diem role with day shift. The position requires at least two weekend shifts per month and a holiday shift annually per department policy.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop evidence-based treatment plans and provide patient- and family-centered care in a fast-paced acute care setting, while demonstrating clinical excellence and autonomy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• 2 years prior relevant experience preferred.
• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Evidence-based treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's Degree

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Work Schedule

This is a part time, per diem position. Day Shift. Minimum requirement of two weekend shifts per month. Minimum requirement of one annual Holiday and Holiday weekend shift, per Acute Care Therapy Department Policy. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department.

Pay

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants

Be part of something remarkable

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

Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

• 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
• Master's Degree Preferred

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) 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.