Occupational Therapist

Mission Statement

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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*

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We are looking for therapists interested in a variety of complex patient populations.

The position will rotate to a wide variety of patient populations within the Adult Acute Care hospitals.

In this position, you would evaluate and treat patients with diseases, injuries, disorders, and disabilities, to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and enhance maximum performance.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with a team.

• Completes evaluations of assigned patients and interprets evaluation results in accordance with the established standards of care and practice.
• Develops focused, individually designed treatment plans based on the patient's functional goals and appropriate established standards of care and practice.
• Utilizes independent clinical decision-making to progress patients and modifies treatment depending on the patient's needs and medical and medical/psychological status.
• Completes all documentation of patient care services per department standards.
• Assist in developing and conducting research and study projects related to patient treatment.
• Instructs patients and families in home treatment programs.
• Assist in the establishment or modification of unit rules and procedures.
• Assist in the education, supervision, and motivation of students and assistants.
• May assist in the preparation of assigned sections of the annual unit budget.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.

Required Qualifications*

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• If licensed before 1/1/2007: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health
• If licensed on or after 1/1/2007: Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
• Satisfactory completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and Clinical Internship
• Current Michigan Registration in Occupational Therapy and NBCOT membership
• This classification requires Primary Source Verification

Physical Requirement:

• This position requires extensive standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients

Desired Qualifications*

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• Demonstrated proficiency in patient treatment.
• Experience in an acute care setting at an academic medical center or large tertiary hospital; new graduates with strong clinical rotations will be considered.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

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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

Modes of Work

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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.

Work Schedule

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This is a 36-hour-a-week position to work weekdays and weekends, and to include some holidays.

Union Affiliation

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Job Opening ID

285139

Working Title

[[JD_HEADING:Occupational Therapist

Job Title

Occupational Therapist]]

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Acute Care Therapy

Posting Begin/End Date

11/05/2026 - 11/19/2026

Salary

$88,174.00 - $127,994.00

Career Interest

Patient Care Services

Physical/Occupational Therapy