Occupational Therapist Acute | Full-Time

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift :

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Salary Range : $34.00 - $46.50$15000 Sign-On Bonus Enhanced Hourly Wage Incentive!

Union Position : No

Department Details

Work in a fast-paced highly collaborative hospital environment where your clinical skills make an immediate impact. Sanfords Acute Care team serves a diverse caseload including pulmonary surgical / trauma cardiology renal ortho neuro oncology general medical and ICU patientsoffering unmatched variety and daily professional growth. Youll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team that values autonomy strong communication and teamwork. With a positive culture advanced technology and the stability of one of the regions largest health systems this is a great opportunity for therapists who want to make a meaningful difference and be challenged every day.

This position is full-time 40 hours a week working 8AM-4 : 30PM. Includes Same Day surgery rotation where you will address needs in Same Day after normal hours. Open every day of the year so you will work on average every 4th weekend and 2 holidays / holiday weekends per year.

$15000 Sign-On Bonus!

Summary

Assesses clients / patients / residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients / patients / residents to develop maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in clients / patients / residents occupations of life.

Job Description

The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients / patients / residents who have functional cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical cognitive developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients / patients / residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents clients / patients / residents information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients / patients / residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients / patients / residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients / patients / residents. May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients / patients / residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules / assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to : providers case managers family members third party payers public organizations etc. May be asked to supervise assistants aides and students as they provide patient / resident care treatment or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager. Dependent on facility and location work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities) : Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable may require valid drivers license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of the states of North Dakota South Dakota Iowa and Minnesota new graduates in the process of testing with the board will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.

Sanford is an EEO / AA Employer M / F / Disability / Vet.

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Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 34 - 15000