Occupational Therapist - Certified Lymphedema Therapist (Casual) - Therapy and Performance Center, Duluth

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

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

Qualifications

• Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services.
• Completed 135-hour lymphedema course or planned completion of course (pre-approved by Essentia leadership prior to employment).

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

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

Causal/as-needed position. Hope is that this Casual CLT will cover on Wednesdays and any open shifts due to planned/unplanned PTO.

Job Location

Essentia Health - Miller Hill Health Plaza

Shift Rotation

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period

Varies