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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT (FULL-TIME, DAYS)
 

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT (FULL-TIME, DAYS)

Req #: 233027
Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST - REHAB THERAPIES
Job Location: UW Medical Center - Northwest
Posting Date: 05/09/2024 
Closing Info: Open Until Filled 
Salary: $45.10 - $65.50 per hour 
Other Compensation:  
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift 
Benefits: WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO YOU?  

  • Find out if The Whole U will help you achieve your wellness goals!  

  • As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.  

    • OPPORTUNITY

    University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest – Rehabilitation FULL-TIME, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT.

    This role performs occupational therapy treatments and related duties as prescribed by an MD, DO, DDS, PA, ARNP, podiatrist, chiropractor or naturopathic physician.  Assigned patients may be hospital inpatients.

    WHAT WILL YOUR DAY LOOK LIKE?

  • Evaluate and treat patients with a variety of physical and mental impairments to achieve maximum functional capacity;
  • Confer with medical and other staff members to determine occupational therapy program for individual patients; select situations or activities which require desired motions or actions or help modify behavior and teach the skills necessary to the activity;
  • Report data in both written and oral form following policies and procedures;
  • Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary team and work with patient and family in developing treatment goals and evaluating patient progress;
  • Provide treatment and training to increase daily living skills;
  • Attend and participate in medical rounds and professional meetings with medical consultants;
  • Maintain service related records; adhere to documentation requirements for reimbursement purposes;
  • Evaluate and recommend modifications to community, home and work sites.
  • Adapt and fabricate basic orthotic devices and therapeutic equipment;
  • Recommend and issue occupational therapy materials and equipment;
  • Maintain a clean, safe working environment;
    May provide work direction and instruction to occupational therapist students, occupational therapy assistants, and other personnel in performance of therapeutic activities; and
  • Perform related duties as required.

    WHAT’S NEEDED?

  • Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and successful completion of American Occupational Therapy certification examination.
    OR
  • Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification or registration.

    LICENSE REQUIRED

    Licensed by the state of Washington as an Occupational Therapist

    ABOUT US

    The Team

    Become U with UW Medicine Rehabilitation. Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation.  We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!

    The Hospital
    We’re on a mission.
    Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. As the only designated Level I adult and pediatric trauma and verified burn center in the state of Washington, Harborview serves as the regional trauma and burn referral center for Alaska, Montana and Idaho and the disaster

    The Organization
    A Higher Degree of Healthcare
    Across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student, and colleague is valued and honored.
    UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists, and other health professionals

    • Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.