Occupational Therapist, Acute Care 10 AM Start Time

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
 
Seeking Occupational Therapist with the following clinical specializations: Acute Care, Cardiovascular & Pulmonary,  Geriatrics, Neurology, Oncology, Pediatrics, and Women's Health to join our dynamic team.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time: 5 days/week, 8 hours/day (40 hours total).
• During training: Follow your trainer’s start time, including weekends.
• Post-training: Start at 10 AM

Non-exempt Employees:

• Full-time OT/PT staff qualify for overtime pay if working over 40 hours/week.

Overtime Pay:

• Paid at 1.5 times your hourly rate for hours beyond 40/week.
• No double pay for overtime and holiday premium.

Weekend Shifts:

• 3 weekend shifts/month for the first 2 years.
• 2 weekend shifts/month after 2 years.
• Example: Working Sat, Nov 2 = 1 shift; Sun, Nov 3 = 1 shift; Sun, Nov 17 = 1 shift (total 3 shifts).

Flex Days:

• Mandatory to ensure a 40-hour workweek.
• Flexible weekend shift design, subject to approval.

Holiday Work Expectations:

• Mandatory work on Thanksgiving and Christmas as part of a rotating schedule.

Shift differentials are available

• Second Shift (Evening):  Clock out after 7:07pm then pays from 2:45pm
• Third Shift (Night):  Clock out after 3:07am then pays from 10:45pm
• Weekend Shift:  Clock out after 10:45pm Friday to 7:15am Monday
   

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree From accredited Occupational Therapy program 
   

• Experience
  No experience is required. or 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (A