Occupational Therapist
Ascension
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Description
Design and execute tailored recovery plans: Assess patients' independent living skills to create, implement, and adjust individualized treatment strategies using appropriate clinical modalities.
Empower patients and families: Educate individuals and caregivers on managing functional limitations, navigating discharge transitions, and safely using adaptive equipment and community support resources.
Maintain clinical quality and compliance: Document patient milestones precisely while overseeing Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and therapy techs to ensure seamless, compliant care delivery.
Drive collaborative care transitions: Consult regularly with the broader healthcare team to continuously evaluate progress, refine care plans, and ensure safe, timely discharges from therapy services.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Occupational Therapy (OT) credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Milwaukee occupational therapy position centers on designing and delivering individualized recovery plans for patients while managing their transitions back to independent living. You'll assess functional abilities, create treatment strategies using appropriate clinical modalities, and educate patients and families on adaptive equipment, community resources, and discharge planning. The role also involves supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and therapy technicians to maintain clinical quality and compliance.
This is a full-time, in-office role within a large nonprofit Catholic health system. You'll work closely with interdisciplinary care teams to evaluate patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and coordinate safe discharges. The position requires Wisconsin OT licensure/credentialing prior to hire, BLS certification within 30 days of start, and a bachelor's degree minimum (master's or doctorate preferred). If you're an experienced OT comfortable with both direct patient care and supervisory responsibilities in a collaborative hospital environment, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to Ascension's mission across a 99,000+ associate organization recognized for workplace culture and support.
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $120,000
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