Occupational Therapist - Acute Care (Casual) - Fargo

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct.
• Meet 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.

Requirements

• Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Professionalism and supervision of support staff.
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team.
• Compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Supplemental options to fit your needs.
• A 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources.

Pay

$34.96 - $52.44 / hour

Schedule

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period: Varies

Job Location

32nd Avenue Building

Weekends

Weekend rotation once every 4 weeks. Saturday full shift at hospital, Sunday on call in the morning. On-call compensation of $60.