Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics/NICU Acute Care, Flexible Workforce

We are seeking a pediatric/NICU occupational therapist to join our inpatient flexible workforce team. The OT will serve pediatric acute care needs at M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital, and NICU needs at M Health Fairview West Bank, Southdale, Ridges, St. John's, and Woodwinds hospitals.

About the role

In collaboration with patients and families, the occupational therapist is responsible for providing safe and effective delivery of patient care within scope of practice. This includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and establishing outcomes.

FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per pay period).

Responsibilities

• Partners with the patient and family while performing the evaluation/re-evaluation:
  • Gathers pertinent data
  • Performs examination
  • Determines treatment diagnosis
  • Develops an individualized plan of care through coordination with the patient and family
  • Analyzes data to identify needs and potential risks
  • Determines prognosis for recovery
  • Establishes individualized goals with patient and/or caregiver
  • Individualizes plan of care considering developmental level and cultural differences
• Implements and modifies plan of care based on reassessment and patient response
• Coordinates care and communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team for all aspects of patient care
• Establishes appropriate discharge plan
• Partners with patients and families to provide skilled intervention:
  • Implements plan of care
  • Alters treatment/plan of care to reflect change in patient status and response to treatment
  • Assesses patient and/or caregiver learning needs and provides appropriate education
• Documentation/Billing:
  • Uses acceptable medical terminology
  • Follows professional practice standards
  • Completes documentation in a timely manner per department standards
  • Complies with department billing standards
• Professional Expectations:
  • Prioritizes tasks and patient care for effective time management
  • Understands and follows professional licensure/certification requirements
  • Directs team members and/or supervises students as designated
  • Pursues personal and professional development to support clinical best practice
• Productivity: Meets or exceeds departmental standards for productivity
• Quality Improvement:
  • Identifies opportunities for process/quality improvement
  • Participates in and supports entity/system initiatives

Requirements

• Occupational Therapy Licensure in State of Minnesota or temporary license in State of Minnesota
• Basic Life Support Certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• 1+ years of pediatric experience
• 1+ years of inpatient experience
• Certification with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Schedule

Four days/week 7:00am-4:30pm and one full weekend (Saturday/Sunday) per month, 7:00am-3:30pm.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick and Safe Time
• 403b retirement plan
• Shift differentials
• Health and wellbeing resources
• Paid continuing education credits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early access to earned wages
• Formal mentorship opportunities
• Clinical specialization and further recognition and compensation through the clinical specialist program
• 40+ continuing education courses per year at no cost to employees
• Support for numerous external continuing education courses each year

Pay

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer.