About this opportunity
University of Michigan Flint lists this Occupational Therapist opportunity in ann arbor, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
Provide OT support to the Low Vision and Brain Injury Rehab clinic within Kellogg Eye Center.
Responsibilities*
- Evaluate, plan, and implement specialized care program to help patients restore or maximize functional independence in outpatient Low Vision and Brain Injury Rehab clinics. - Assess physical, cognitive, and daily living abilities through direct observation and testing. - Build individualized treatment goals based on patient needs and personal objectives. - Guide patients through exercises, manual arts, and functional training to improve mobility. - Utilize occupational therapy media, including creative and manual arts, recreational, educational, and social activities, and training in everyday activities. - Teach safety techniques to patients and their caregivers. - Work closely with physicians and technicians. - Ordering custom devices such as bioptic telescopes. - Patient home visits - Record detailed clinical notes and prepare updates on patient progress. - Inbasket management including timely responses to other care providers, patients, and departments.
Required Qualifications*
If licensed before 1/1/2007: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
If licensed on or after 1/1/2007: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
Satisfactory completion of an internship program
Current Michigan registration in Occupational Therapy
Current NBCOT membership
This classification requires Primary Source Verification
Desired Qualifications*
- Research experience - Vision Rehabilitation training - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Strong interpersonal skills - Ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations are required
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Worksite address
ann arbor, MI, 48113, US
Who can apply
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