Occupational Therapist - Home Based Hospital Care and Acute Care

Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, day shift position. Weekly work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8-4: 30pm. Regular weekend rotation and annual holiday assignment. When working you will rotate between Home-Based Hospital Care and onsite at University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI.

Pay:

• This position may be eligible for a $4, 000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants
• Weekend pay differential

Be part of something remarkable!

Help patients get back to feeling their best.

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Home-Based Hospital Care Team! You will:

• Deliver acute, hospital-level care to patients in their homes using an evidence-based and patient-centered therapy approach.
• Help patients regain independence, improve daily function, and safely navigate their home setting, reducing hospital stays and improving outcomes.
• Work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that patients receive exemplary care in their home.

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.

Position Description

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

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.

UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.