Senior Occupational Therapist - CDD

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

26d

About The Position

The Center for Disabilities & Development is seeking a (50-100%25) Sr. Occupational Therapist on day shift. This position will evaluate, interpret findings, and treat patients with physical dysfunctions, disorders and/or injuries involving both complex and/or specialized needs. Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patients with complex or specialized needs. Participate in the development of innovative clinical teaching activities to meet the learning needs of staff and students. Exhibit divisional and/or departmental leadership by: Serve as a clinical resource and maintain high level of clinical productivity. Participate in clinical research and collaborate on special projects. Assist with setting and accomplishing divisional/departmental goals and assists management as necessary. Develop, implement and expand learning opportunities and skills development for staff & students. Assist in establishing new programs, as well as maintaining and developing current programs. Assist in the administration of the departmental Quality Assurance program. Participate in the development of service operations, policies and procedures. Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy is required.
Licensure in accord with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy is required.
Reasonable (1-3 years) experience in Occupational Therapy is necessary, with a high degree of understanding and skill in one or more areas of assigned responsibility.
Demonstrated clinical education abilities and leadership is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, interpret findings, and treat patients with physical dysfunctions, disorders and/or injuries involving both complex and/or specialized needs.
Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment and treatment appropriate for patients with complex or specialized needs.
Participate in the development of innovative clinical teaching activities to meet the learning needs of staff and students.
Serve as a clinical resource and maintain high level of clinical productivity.
Participate in clinical research and collaborate on special projects.
Assist with setting and accomplishing divisional/departmental goals and assists management as necessary.
Develop, implement and expand learning opportunities and skills development for staff & students.
Assist in establishing new programs, as well as maintaining and developing current programs.
Assist in the administration of the departmental Quality Assurance program.
Participate in the development of service operations, policies and procedures.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.