Occupational Therapist - Acute​/Outpatient General; Casual - Brainerd

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. The role is part of a care team assembled to assure optimal clinical and financial outcomes, under the direction of Essentia Health management and the referring physician.

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

• Provide therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients.
• Treat patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Work with patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, from neuro rehab to ortho rehab, and perform wheelchair assessments and cognitive evaluations.
• Work closely with a team of OTs and PTs in the inpatient setting and OTs in the outpatient setting.
• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties.
• Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism, and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and comply with all organization policies.
• Comply with organization code of conduct and meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, and scope of practice.
• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when the home department schedule allows.
• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, and 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.
• Provide weekday and weekend coverage. This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) rotation approximately once every 6-8 weeks at the hospital. Shifts may range from a half day to a full day, depending on census. This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs.

• Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist.

• 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, 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.

We are 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 .

• Location:
  
  St Josephs Medical Center
• Shift Rotation:
  Day Rotation (United States of America)
• Hours Per Pay Period:
  Varies
• Compensation Range: $34.96 - $52.44 / hour
• Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0
• Weekends:
  Sat & Sun hospital rotation every 6-8 weeks