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Occupational Therapist Acute Care


Job Location:

Madison, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 23 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Work Schedule:
Full-time Part-time and Per Diem 75% - 100% FTE shifts. Day day/evening or evening shifts available. You may be eligible for up to $4000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). You will work at University Hospital American Family Childrens Hospital or East Madison Hospital in Madison WI.

Pay:
This position may be eligible for up to a $4000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE)

Additional components of compensation may include:

  • Evening and night shift differential
  • Weekend differential
  • Float differential
  • Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants


Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to:

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and optimize discharge.
  • Provide patient and family centered care in a fast paced dynamic acute care environment at a nationally recognized academic medical center.
  • Demonstrate a high level of clinical excellence autonomy adaptability and engagement.
  • Commit to on-going learning to advance their clinical knowledge skills and abilities through peer mentorship clinical education and other learning opportunities.
  • Take an active role in program development and quality improvement.


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
  • Bachelors 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.


University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility thats ranked Wisconsins #1 hospital and considered one of the nations leading hospitals teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Childrens Hospital in Madison Wisconsinalso a Magnet-designated facilityprovides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Childrens Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

East Madison Hospital is UW Healths newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when youre sick but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

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