Occupational Therapist
UW Health
Madison, WI
Sign-On Bonus

Work Schedule: 

Part-time, 60% FTE, day shift position, 24 hours/week. Weekly Schedule includes; Sunday, 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM, Monday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and Wednesday 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

• This position may be eligible for a $2,400 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants

 

Be part of something remarkable

Help patients live their lives to the fullest at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! 

 

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Behavioral Health to:

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for patients with behavioral health needs in both the Emergency Department and the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit at University Hospital. 

• Develop, implement and facilitate therapeutic group sessions.

• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation programs. 

• Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary care team and collaborate with UW Health departments to optimize care coordination and patient outcomes. 

• Partner with UW Health wellness staff to support long-term health and wellness strategies that extend beyond occupational therapy services. 

• Contribute to a large, dynamic rehabilitation team committed to delivering exceptional, patient- and family-centered care.

 

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance

• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being

• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement

• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required

Work Experience

• 2 years prior relevant experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months Required

 

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

 

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

 

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