Outpatient Staff/Senior Orthopedic Occupational Therapist | Medical Center University
Senior Occupational Therapist
The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join our growing outpatient team. In this new position, you will work with a patient population experiencing upper extremity physical dysfunctions, vision disorders, neurological conditions, and decreased independence in daily activities. Responsibilities include evaluating and interpreting clinical findings, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
This position is located within the Outpatient Specialty Clinic on the Medical Center University Campus and offers the opportunity to collaborate with an experienced, supportive interdisciplinary team committed to excellence in patient care.
We are seeking a motivated clinician who is passionate about improving patient outcomes and contributing to a collaborative, results-driven environment. Our department offers extensive mentorship and support from various Clinical Specialists.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients while growing your career in a dynamic academic healthcare setting.
Staff Occupational Therapist
The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a dedicated Staff Occupational Therapist to join our growing outpatient team. In this new position, you will work with a patient population experiencing upper extremity physical dysfunctions, vision disorders, neurological conditions, and decreased independence in daily activities. Responsibilities include evaluating and interpreting clinical findings, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
This position is located within the Outpatient Specialty Clinic on the Medical Center University Campus and offers the opportunity to collaborate with an experienced, supportive interdisciplinary team committed to excellence in patient care.
We are seeking a motivated clinician who is passionate about improving patient outcomes and contributing to a collaborative, results-driven environment. New graduates are welcomed and encouraged to apply, as our department offers strong mentorship and support from experienced senior staff.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients while growing your career in a dynamic academic healthcare setting
About the University of Iowa Health Care:
University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 18,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®
· On Campus: This position is performed fully at the Medical Center University Campus.
· This position is for 60-100% time.
· Work Schedule: TBD within clinic hours of M-F 8-5.
· Fringe benefit package includes paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
Qualifications, Senior Occupational Therapist:
Required Qualifications:
· A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy is required.
· Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required.
· 2+ years of experience in Occupational Therapy is necessary, with a high degree of understanding of patients with a wide range of dysfunctions.
· Demonstrated skills in clinical education abilities.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Desirable Qualifications:
· 3+ years of experience in Occupational Therapy.
· 3+ years of experience in one or more advanced practice areas is desired.
· Demonstrates leadership abilities.
· Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.
Qualifications, Staff Occupational Therapist
Required Qualifications:
· A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy is required.
· Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required.
· Entry level experience in Occupational Therapy.
· New grads welcome
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Desirable Qualifications:
· 1-3 years of experience in Occupational Therapy.
· 1-3 years of experience in treating patients with one or more specialized areas of focus.
· Demonstrates experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.
· Entry level experience with one or more specialized areas of focus.
Position and Application Details:
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload both of the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.
· Resume
· Cover Letter
The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies will be hiring only on eposition for our outpatient Speciality Clinic. You must indicate in your cover letter the classification (Senior Occupational Therapist | Staff Occupational Therapist) you wish to be considered for. Please see required qualifications above for additional information.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later stage in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Matt Hackler, HR Generalist at mhackler@uiowa.edu This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.
Additional Information:
· Classification Title: Senior | Staff Occupational Therapist
· Appointment Type: SEIU
· Schedule: Part | Full-time
Compensation:
· Pay Level: 06 | 08
· Pay Plan: SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa
Contact Information:
· Organization: Rehabilitation Therapies, Medical Center University Campus
· Contact Name: Matthew Hackler
· Contact Email: mhackler@uiowa.edu
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.

