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Job Summary

To evaluate and treat patients with conditions affecting the hands, wrist, elbows, and shoulders. Assess and treat injuries and conditions such as fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical conditions. Develop personalized treatment plans to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function using therapeutic interventions, including modalities and orthosis fabrication, as prescribed by a physician.  This is a float position that will require practicing across multiple clinic locations, depending on staffing needs. 

Mission Statement

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.

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 savingsResponsibilities*Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practicesDeliver compassionate, patient-centered careApply clinical decision-making to adapt and progress treatment based on patient needsDocument care clearly, concisely, and in a timely mannerStay current with best practices and continuing education in occupational therapyRequired 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 is necessary.Current Michigan Occupational Therapist LicenseRegistered member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy- NBCOTCHT, CHT eligible and/or recent graduate of Michigan Medicine Hand FellowshipHand therapy experience

 

 

 

Desired Qualifications*Strong adaptability and willingness to work in multiple clinic locations as neededOccasional flexible schedule availabilityExcellent time management and organizational skills to manage a varied caseload across sitesStrong interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams and patient populationsExcellent communication and documentation skillsWork Schedule

Days, 40 hours per week, not to exceed 10 hours in a single day. Specific hours are dependent on location needs.  You can always negotiate with them later, but with this role's schedule may end up varying.

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.

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.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.