Job Description

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:

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association using Clinical Practice Guidelines, and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a patient caseload
• Delivers myofascial release techniques and interventions as part of the myofascial release program within the Detroit Lakes therapy team.
• 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
• Weekend hospital rotation participation is required for this position

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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services 

For More Information, contact:

Delaney Kennedy, Recruiter

Email: delaney.kennedy@EssentiaHealth.org

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: EH St. Marys Therapy Center - Detroit Lakes

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: /

Hours Per Pay Period:

Compensation Range: $34.58 - $51.87 / hour

Union:

FTE: 1

Weekends:

Call Obligations:

Sign On Bonus:

Job Tags

Full time, Work from home, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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