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Occupational Therapist - Little Rock Inpatient/Outpatient *Sign-On Bonus

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Closing Date:

05/07/2025


Type of Position:

Other Health Care - Rehabilitation Therapy


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
 

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.


Department:

ICE | MUSL | TOSH Hand Therapy Clinic


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

Come join our outpatient therapy family in this unique hybrid role! The position will be part of a dynamic PT and OT team dedicated to servicing patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital is a state-of-the-art facility located on UAMS' Little Rock campus with a multi-disciplinary focus to ensure exceptional surgical outcomes. Be part of a therapy family dedicated to more active tomorrows for our patients and communities. The journey starts with you! Mentoring and con ed supported.

The hand therapist possesses a comprehensive knowledge of the upper limb structures that includes the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder girdle along with function and activity. Specialized skills are utilized in assessment, treatment, and therapeutic interventions to prevent dysfunction, restore function and/or reverse the progression of pathology of the upper limb in order to enhance an individual's ability to execute tasks and to participate fully in life situations.

The hand therapist possesses the ability to work independently with initiative in a fast-paced clinic to manage outpatient upper limb referrals. Post-operative assessment and treatment may require CHT collaboration to gain expertise in orthotic fabrication & adjustment, modalities, and wound care along with gaining working knowledge and skill in treatment of advanced hand and upper extremity protocols.

The hand therapist completes all continuum of care expectations to include the following: evaluation and establishing plans of care, therapy reassessments to adjust plans of care when appropriate, functional performance reassessment for discharge planning, screenings to determine appropriateness of therapy, and daily treatments along with appropriate patient documentation per department, HIPAA and JCAHO standards where applicable.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy PLUS two (2) years of experience in Occupational Therapy OR Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

  • Certified by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) or eligible to apply for the examination

  • Current Arkansas Occupational Therapy License or eligible to obtain license within one (1) month of date of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy and/or Physical Therapy;

  • NBCOT if OT, AR State License in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy; CHT

  • Intermediate computer skills (MS Office preferred)


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Completes direct and indirect patient care to evaluate, create plans of care, coordinate care, educate, and treat patients. The above is driven by best practice assessment and intervention strategies.

  • Completes best practice patient care documentation and appropriate review of patient PHI before implementing and during direct patient care plans for both insurance reimbursement and Joint Commission standards.

  • Initiates multi-disciplinary collaborative efforts with referring providers to communicate patient progress and outcomes to ensure that best practice patient care is provided.

  • Other Duties As Assigned


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:

N/A


Frequent Physical Activity:

Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking


Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A


Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Average salary estimate

$70000 / YEARLY (est.)
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$60000K
$80000K

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