Occupational Therapist, Neuro Recovery Clinic

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 201104017 Position Title Occupational Therapist, Neuro Recovery Clinic State WI Employment Status Full Time Position Status Regular If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) Position Type Staff Job Family Health, Wellness, and Clinical Services Position Overview

Occupational therapist MU Neuro Recovery Clinic is responsible for providing specialized outpatient occupational therapy evaluation and treatment of patients, including the development of plan of care, and ongoing treatment with patients through all phases of occupational therapy. Position requires ensuring every patient receives a unique experience through a comprehensive, thorough, and customized occupational therapy regimen with an emphasis on quality care provided in a friendly and encouraging environment. Position may include mentorship of staff occupational therapists and the clinical instruction of graduate level OT students. Position requires community outreach and educational opportunities within the Marquette community or community at large as needed. Participation and support of clinic research initiatives and projects is expected.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Provide evaluation and treatment of incoming patients to determine appropriate occupational therapy treatment programs, including exercise instruction, manual therapy techniques, modalities, and activities of daily living. Discuss treatment with patients and record patient conditions and responses to treatments.

2.Complete daily patient care notes, progress notes, discharge notes and other required forms for all patient interactions and case management. Review and co-sign notes of all patients treated by auxiliary personnel under OT's direct supervision.

3.Maintain current knowledge of occupational therapist roles and continuing trends in the industry. Maintain and continue to develop clinical skills and use of technology through continuing education.

4.Provide mentorship and consultantship to Neuro Recovery Clinic staff and students currently working to develop new areas of practice and programming.

5.Communicate clearly with referring physicians, team members, and other health care personnel regarding occupation therapy and equipment.

6.Support research projects through intervention, assessment, and/or coordination with stakeholders.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A degree from an accredited occupational therapy program. Appropriate state licensure or willingness to obtain.

Specialty training in the care the neurologic population preferred within the following populations: CVA, SCI, TBI/concussion, degenerative diseases; experience in program development.

Microsoft Office capability, ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.

Strong customer service skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Excellent presentation skills; strong team player.

Commitment to University values.

The ability to maintain friendly, cordial relations with all clients and employees; maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that results in a positive work relationship with customers, co-workers and managers.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Department Physical Therapy Posting Date 04/12/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants EOE Statement

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Resume

• References

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a degree from an accredited occupational therapy program?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have the appropriate state licensure or willingness to obtain?

• Yes, I have the appropriate state licensure

• No, I do not have the appropriate state licensure but I am willing and able to obtain

• No, I do not have the appropriate state licensure and I am not able or willing to obtain