Occupational Therapist - Contingent

Henry Ford Health•Rochester, MI

33d•Onsite

About The Position

This Contingent position will cover both weekday and weekend shifts within Acute Care or Inpatient Rehab. Start/end time is variable but prefer 8 hours total time worked. All staff are required to work at least 1 weekend shift every 4 weeks, 1 holiday per year, and 2 holiday weekend shifts per year. Join our Rochester campus, nestled in one of Oakland County's most charming, historic communities. Known for its vibrant downtown shops, local wineries, and top-rated schools, Rochester offers a small-town feel with access to big-system resources. Located in northern Metro Detroit, our campus provides an easy commute and a supportive environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care. As a Therapist-Occupational, you'll play a vital role in evaluating and treating patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial deficits. Your expertise will help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. You'll support patients and their families while collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team to deliver exceptional care. At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
Current State of Michigan Licensure in Occupational Therapy.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

Assess patients' ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
Design and implement individualized treatment plans, including type and frequency of therapy.
Document patient progress and modify care plans as needed.
Educate patients and families/caregivers about deficits and adaptive equipment.
Oversee care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and technicians.