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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST / CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST (FULL-TIME, DAYS)

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


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Req #: 240705

Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER - NORTHWEST - SPORTS THERAPY

Job Location: UW Medical Center - Northwest

Posting Date: 12/18/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $49.32 - $71.69 per hour

Union Position: Yes

Shift: First Shift

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

OPPORTUNITY

UW MEDICAL CENTER - NORTHWEST - SPORTS THERAPY

has an outstanding opportunity for a

full-time, day shift, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST / CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST.

WHAT WILL YOUR DAY LOOK LIKE?

The Hand Therapist will provide services to patients using specialized skills, including assess, plan, administer, evaluate and provide safe hand therapy.

This will include progression of treatment goals and patient and family education.

Assess and treat a patient caseload ranging from routine to complex patient problems and situations.

Collaborate with other disciplines as appropriate to coordinate continuity of patient care from admission to discharge.

Implement treatment programs, which include therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, fabrication of orthoses, and evidence-based utilization of physical agents.

Instruct, assign work and evaluate students as assigned by supervisor.

The Therapist acts as a resource within the Exercise Training Center.

WHAT’S NEEDED?

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.

Completion of American Occupational Therapy Association certification examination.

18 months of professional occupational therapy experience OR equivalent education/experience.

WHAT’S DESIRED?

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) highly preferred.

LICENSE REQUIRED

Licensed by the state of Washington as an Occupational Therapist or have a valid probational certificate issued by the state of Washington to practice occupational therapy.

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 At UW Medical Center – Northwest

(formerly Northwest Hospital & Medical Center), we’re proud of the acclaim we've received for our excellence in patient care and safety. Among the local, regional, and national recognition we've received are: The Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award; The Stroke Care Excellence Award; Winner of the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Patient Safety for the last three years in a row. We’re also one of the safest places to get care – among the top 5% in the country.

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.

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.

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