Occupational Therapist - Pediatric Acute Care - Per Diem at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, Wisconsin

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Work Schedule :

Per diem, day shift. Weekdays may vary. Shifts scheduled between the hours of 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Minimum requirement of two (2) weekend shifts per month. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Find a role you're passionate about at the nationally known American Family Children's Hospital!

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to:

• Provide consultative and developmentally appropriate habilitative and rehabilitative treatment services to complex pediatric patients (infant to adolescent) in the acute care, inpatient rehab, and NICU settings.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based patient and family treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and discharge plans.
• Work within the context of patient- and family- centered care in a primary and specialty care academic medical center.
• Seek continual learning opportunities to advance one's own practice and educate others.
• Assume additional responsibilities for program development and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required
• Master's Degree Preferred

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) within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

American Family Children's Hospital in Madison , Wisconsin-also a Magnet®-designated facility-provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

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