Rehabilitation Physical Therapist

Building Location

• South University Clinic
• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - SU

This position provides therapy services to adult patients, 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.

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

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree , or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
• 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)
• 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.
• Compl y with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
• 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

Completion of Herman & Wallace Level I certification, or an alternative advanced training approved by Essentia Health leadership (may work with leadership on a training plan if you are not currently trained).

Schedule would be weekdays between 7:00am - 7:00pm. No weekend or holiday rotation is required for this role.

Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist

Current physical therapy license in the state performing services

• 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*
• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF
• * Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

• Day Rotation (United States of America)
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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.