Senior Hand Therapist: Orthopedic Outpatient Leader & Educator

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health, dental, life and disability 보험

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

University of Iowa is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist in North Liberty, IA, specializing in hand therapy within an orthopedic outpatient setting. The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, and clinical excellence to support staff, students, and patients with complex hand conditions.

You will work full-time, 100% effort, with a flexible clinic schedule and opportunities for clinical research and program development under a supportive team at UIowa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• 2+ years experience in hand therapy and outpatient OT.
• Demonstrated clinical educational abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional setting.
• Ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment to patients with complex hand therapy needs.
• Evaluate findings and interpret results for optimal care.
• Participate in development of clinical teaching activities for staff and students.
• Serve as a clinical resource and maintain high clinical productivity.
• Participate in clinical research and collaborate on projects.
• Assist with divisional/departmental goals and management support.
• Develop and expand learning opportunities for staff and students.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining programs and QA processes.
• Maintain effective relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

Skills

Hand therapy

Leadership

Clinical teaching

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

University of Iowa is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist in North Liberty, IA, specializing in hand therapy within an orthopedic outpatient setting. The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, and clinical excellence to support staff, students, and patients with complex hand conditions.

You will work full-time, 100% effort, with a flexible clinic schedule and opportunities for clinical research and program development under a supportive team at UIowa.