Senior Hand Therapist - Outpatient Leadership

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa seeks a Senior Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy for the North Liberty outpatient setting. You will treat patients with complex hand/upper limb dysfunction, perform evaluations, and contribute to teaching for staff and students.

The role is full-time, on campus in North Liberty, with leadership responsibilities as a clinical resource and opportunities to participate in research and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• At least 2 years of OT experience with hand therapy.
• Demonstrated leadership and teaching abilities.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Iowa licensure as an OT/physical therapist required.

Responsibilities

• Administer hand therapy treatment for patients with complex hand injuries in outpatient orthopedic settings.
• Evaluate and interpret treatment findings to guide care.
• Provide high-quality patient care and assessments.
• Participate in clinical teaching activities for staff and students.
• Exhibit leadership as a clinical resource and maintain productivity.
• Contribute to clinical research and special projects.
• Assist in program development and quality assurance.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Clinical teaching abilities

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

The University of Iowa seeks a Senior Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy for the North Liberty outpatient setting. You will treat patients with complex hand/upper limb dysfunction, perform evaluations, and contribute to teaching for staff and students.

The role is full-time, on campus in North Liberty, with leadership responsibilities as a clinical resource and opportunities to participate in research and program development.