Occupational Therapist - Inpatient (Casual) - Detroit Lakes

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Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a patient caseload 

• Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties 

• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)  

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes. 

• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care. 

• Complies with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct 

• Meets professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice 

• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows 

• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care 

Inpatient Rehab: 

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide at least three hours of intensive therapy aimed at supporting successful community discharge. 

• Participate in physician led multidisciplinary meetings to coordinate and align the plan of care. 

• Complete Medicare required outcome assessments accurately and on time.

This is a casual position to assist in filling open shifts due to PTO, leaves, etc. Weekend (Saturday) requirement - minimum 4x/year.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist

Organizational Highlights:

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*
• Reimbursement for licensure expenses*
• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*
• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF
• *Must meet minimum FTE requirements

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