• On-Call Occupational Therapist

    Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI)


    Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

     

    This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

    Unit Position Summary

    Occupational Therapists help patients of all ages who have limited abilities establish, develop and/or maintain the ability to complete daily functions and tasks. Occupational Therapists evaluate, treat and consult with agencies, patients and their families. Through regular therapy sessions, Occupational Therapists work one-on-one with patients, focusing on their individual needs to help them achieve improved quality of life and a sense of independence. Occupational therapy concentrates on ameliorating the physical, mental, social and emotional sources of patients' disabilities.

    Desired Qualifications

    Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Occupational Therapy; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in Occupational Therapy.

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

     

    Required Application Materials

     

    Resume

     

    Cover Letter

     

    Valid State of Michigan Occupational Therapist License

     

    Special Instructions

     

    Applications will be reviewed as needed.

     

    Work Hours

    ON-CALL

    Website

    www.healthcare.msu.edu

     

    Summary of Health Risks

     

    Exposure to human blood, serum, and other bodily fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions; TB risk or work within three (3) feet of patients in a health care setting; wear a respirator.