Occupational Therapist- Temporary

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.

Responsibilities*

Evaluate and treat pediatric patients with a variety of diagnoses and developmental needs, including but not limited to developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, neurological conditions, orthopedic conditions, genetic disorders, sensory processing differences, and fine motor, visual-motor, or self-care deficits.

Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, patient goals, functional needs, and family priorities. Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions to address fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, coordination, activities of daily living, handwriting, play skills, and participation in age-appropriate activities.

Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and members of the multidisciplinary care team to support functional outcomes and continuity of care. Educate patients and families regarding home programs, therapeutic strategies, adaptive equipment, and techniques to support progress outside of therapy sessions.

Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation and communicate with referring providers and other members of the healthcare team as appropriate. This is a temporary position of 20-40 hours per week depending on clinic needs.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor, Master of Science or clinical Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current Michigan license, or eligible
• Member of NBCOT
• Ability to work between the hours of 7am and 7pm based on clinic scheduling needs
• Experience in a wide range of pediatric diagnoses
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams and patient populations

Desired Qualifications*

• Prior expereince treating in a pediatric setting is preferred
• Proficiency with electronic medal record (EMR) systems

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.

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.

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.