Occupational Therapist | Staff-Senior | Acute Care | Medical Center University | 50%25 Line

Senior Occupational Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care

The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies seeks a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our collaborative team at the Medical Center University Campus.

In this role, you will lead innovative, patient-centered care for individuals facing complex challenges, focusing on helping patients regain function, maximize independence, and safely transition through their continuum of care.

We are seeking a motivated clinician who is passionate about leading patient outcomes and contributing to a collaborative, results-driven environment. Ready to elevate your career in a dynamic Inpatient setting? Apply today and join the #1 hospital in Iowa. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients!

Occupational Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care

Join the Department of Rehabilitation Therapies as an Occupational Therapist at our Medical Center University Campus! In this role, you will deliver care for patients with complex challenges, focused on helping patients regain function, maximize independence, and safely transition through their continuum of care.

Entry-level applicants are highly encouraged to apply, with excellent opportunities for mentorship and continuing education. We are seeking a motivated early-career clinician who is eager to launch their career by improving patient outcomes and thriving in a results-driven environment.

Work with a supportive Inpatient team in an academic medical setting and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients – apply today!

About 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. ®

Qualifications | Senior Occupational Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care

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 required, with a high degree of understanding and skill in one or more areas of assigned responsibility.
• Demonstrated skills in clinical education abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.
• 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 assigned areas of responsibility is desired.
• Ability to practice in an autonomous manner.
• Demonstrated effectiveness and efficiency in provision of patient care.
• Demonstrated effort to enhance one’s own knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Demonstrated program/service development or quality improvement projects.

Qualifications | Occupational Therapist | Inpatient Acute Care

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, with proven education in one or more areas of assigned responsibility.
• 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 Behavioral Health needs.
• Demonstrated experience as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.

Additional Details

Application Information

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload both of the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are applying for the Staff or Senior Position.

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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.

Classification Information

• Classification Title: Occupational Therapist | Senior Occupational Therapist
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Classification Time: This position is a 50%25 line at 20 hours per week.
• Schedule: Shift falls between 8:00am – 5:00pm. Scheduled weekly on Monday and Tuesday, and one weekend a month.
• Location: On site, this position is performed fully on the campus of UI Health Care’s University Medical Center at 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242.

Compensation Information

• 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, HR Generalist
• Contact Email: mhackler@uiowa.edu