Occupational Therapy- Acute Care (0.6- 0.9 FTE) - Duluth, MN

Job Description :

This position provides therapy services to patients of all ages, including evaluation and assessment, treatment, education, and consultation to improve patients' abilities to their highest possible level. This position provides services as part of a care team assembled to assure optimal clinical and financial outcomes, under the direction of Essentia Health management and the referring physician.

Education Qualifications :

Key Responsibilities :

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient / caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients
• 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) and complies with all organization policies.
• Complies with organization 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
• Provide staff education, participate / lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding / orientation
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential / certification that would benefit patient care

Educational Requirements :

Licensure / Certification Qualifications :

Certification / Licensure Requirements :

Ada, MN :

Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer

Homecare Departments :

Moose Lake :

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency

Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer

Proof of current motor vehicle insurance

Hermantown Wellness Center :

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health : At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location :

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation :

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start / End :

Hours Per Pay Period :

Compensation Range :

$34.58 - $51.87 / hour

Union : FTE :

0.6

Weekends : Call Obligations :

Sign On Bonus :