Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
The Michigan Medicine Brachial Plexus Program is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a specialized, patient and family centered team supporting individuals with complex neurological and peripheral nerve conditions across the lifespan. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an integrated clinical program that prioritizes collaboration, continuity of care, and meaningful functional outcomes within a leading academic medical center.
This position splits time between a multidisciplinary brachial plexus clinic, where the Occupational Therapist partners closely with specialty providers, and an ambulatory therapy setting that provides follow-up and ongoing care. You?ll work with both pediatric and adult patients with brachial plexus injuries, peripheral nerve disorders, and congenital conditions in a coordinated, team-based model.
Care is delivered across the full continuum, including evaluation, conservative management, surgical preparation, post-operative rehabilitation, orthotic intervention, education, and long-term functional management. This role also offers opportunities to contribute to program development, quality improvement, and educational or research initiatives.
We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative clinician who is motivated to deliver exceptional care and be part of a program focused on improving outcomes and experiences for patients and families.
Responsibilities*
You will provide direct patient care designed to restore and maximize function by utilizing evidence-based treatment interventions while working in coordination with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Supporting responsibilities include:
- Deliver care across the continuum, including evaluation, pre-operative preparation, post-operative rehabilitation, and long-term management
- Provide patient and family education related to diagnosis, treatment planning, splinting/positioning, and recovery expectations
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including orthotic intervention and use of rehabilitative technologies
- Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members and support transitions across care settings and community providers
- Contribute to patient care planning within the multidisciplinary clinic model
- Participate in program development, quality improvement, and educational or research initiatives as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- If licensed before 1/1/2007: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- If licensed on or after 1/1/2007: Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Satisfactory completion of an internship program.
- Current Michigan Registration in Occupational Therapy and NBCOT membership
- This classification requires Primary Source Verification
Desired Qualifications*
- Minimum of 1 year experience in an adult neurological therapy setting
- Experience in pediatric rehabilitation or working across the lifespan preferred
- Experience with any/all of the following diagnoses across the rehabilitation spectrum:
- Peripheral nerve injuries
- Brachial plexus injuries
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Orthopedic trauma and upper extremity conditions
Congenital or developmental conditions
- Experience using rehabilitative technology, including functional electrical stimulation (FES), neuromuscular electrical stimulation, and robotic upper extremity technology
- Experience with upper extremity orthotic design, fabrication, and management
- Interest in interdisciplinary care models, program development, and/or clinical research
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.