AnnouncementDetails
Open Date 09/04/2026
Requisition Number PRN46148B
Job Title PS Occupational Therapist
Working Title PS Occupational Therapist
Career Progression Track UGR
Track LevelFLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $73,000 - $113,484
Close Date 12/04/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)Job Summary Position SummaryThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for an Occupational Therapist in our University Developmental Assessment Clinics (UDAC). The Occupational Therapist will provide comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for children who present with developmental concerns that may affect their participation and functioning at home, in school, and in the community. This position will be primarily in the Child Development Program with potential opportunities in the future to participate in the Neonatal Follow-up Program and the Heart Center Neurodevelopment Program. Children referred to the Child Development Program may present with a wide range of developmental profiles, including neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder. The Occupational Therapist will work collaboratively with children, families, caregivers, educators, and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify strengths, areas of need, and develop an individualized plan of care.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
- 14.2% retirement contributions
- Generous paid leave time
- 11 paid Holidays per year
- 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Flex spending accounts
- University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
- Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
- Free transit on most UTA services
- Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
- Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at
https://benefits.utah.edu/.Responsibilities Essential Functions- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess children's functional abilities, developmental skills, and participation in daily activities. Evaluations will include, but are not limited to, assessment of sensory processing, fine motor skills, executive function skills, visual-motor integration, coordination, self-care abilities, play skills, and functional participation.
- Train and supervise occupational therapy practicum students and train other University trainees of a variety of disciplines.
- Assist in directing or working within agency program and support areas, as assigned by the UDAC Director.
- Educate the patient and their parents about the findings of the evaluation; also educate about the goals of the occupational therapy program, plan of treatment, home programs, injury prevention and other related information.
- Provide documentation of patient care according to established criteria.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
CommentsWorking Conditions and Physical Demands: Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
DisclaimerThis job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
The above job description reflects the general physical and mental demands and environmental conditions required to perform the essential functions for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Current licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Utah.
Preferences Preferences- Experience with program development and outreach consultation.
- Experience working with children and infants with disabilities.
- Fluency in Spanish is desirable.
Applicants will be screened according to preferences.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions SummaryAdditional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
