Occupational Therapist

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Responsibilities* A contingent Occupational Therapist OTR/L is needed to work various weekday or weekend hours. Responsibilities include: Evaluate and treat adult inpatients in the UM Health Academic Medical Center Adult Hospitals. Provide patient treatment and education. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Plan and carry out specific occupational therapy to facilitate rehabilitation of the mentally and/or physically handicapped. Utilize occupational therapy media, including creative and manual arts, recreational, educational, and social activities, and training in everyday activities. Work with patient and/or family on home therapy programs. Prepare and present reports on patients' progress. Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy necessary; registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association necessary Completion of internship program necessary. Current Michigan License and Member of NBCOT This Classification requires registration, certification, or licensure with the appropriate agency as identified on the Primary Source Verification Matrix. Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes . Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes . Additional Information This job posting is for a University of Michigan Temporary position. Temporary employment may be full or part time, but in either case is limited in duration.Please review the full posting description for details. 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. Application Deadline Temporary job postings may be removed from the job board and filled at any time. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr