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Occupational Therapist - Adult, Acute Care

madison, WI

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Job description

Job Description

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, day shift position. This position is scheduled to work four, 10-hour shifts and includes; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and every-other weekend. When working you will be onsite at University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI.

Pay:

• This position may be eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants

• Weekend pay differential

Be part of something remarkable

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

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist - Acute Care to:

• 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

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) certification 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.

Job Descrpition

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Worksite address

madison, WI, 53774, US

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