Occupational Therapist

About This Role

Serve as an Occupational Therapist at Michigan Medicine, focusing on oncology-related lymphedema, to provide patient evaluations and treatments resulting in individualized care plans and exceptional patient outcomes. This role involves direct collaboration with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care
• Apply clinical decision-making to adapt and progress treatment based on patient needs
• Document care clearly, concisely, and in a timely manner
• Stay current with best practices and continuing education in occupational therapy
• Conduct patient evaluations and treatments for a variety of lymphedema diagnoses
• Collaborate directly with patients and their families to create individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of an internship program
• Registered member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy- NBCOT
• Primary Source Verification
• 3 years of experience managing outpatient oncology related lymphedema including ordering, measuring, and fitting garments for related edema reduction
• 3 years of experience collaborating with multiple external vendors for obtaining garments for edema reduction
• Knowledge of required documentation and insurance authorization requirement

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy if licensed on or after 1/1/2007; Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy if licensed before 1/1/2007.
• 3 years of experience managing outpatient oncology related lymphedema

Nice to Have

• A passion for rehab care
• A collaborative work style and positive attitude
• Prior experience and/or interest in Oncology Rehab
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to be collaborative and a team player
• Ability to understand and communicate information both orally and in writing

Benefits

Certifications