Casual Occupational Therapist - Outpatient Pediatrics

Fairview Health Services; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Sick time

Earned wage access

Job summary

Fairview Clinics and Specialty Center in Maplewood is seeking a casual pediatric occupational therapist to join our outpatient team. The role collaborates with physical and speech therapists to deliver safe, patient-centered care across examinations, planning, and interventions.

The position supports professional growth through mentorship, clinical specialization, and ongoing education. Eligible staff may participate in the 403(b) plan and Sick Time, with options for earned wage access.

Qualifications

• Must hold Occupational Therapy licensure in Minnesota or a temporary Minnesota license.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Preferred: Master's degree in OT and NBCOT certification; 1+ year outpatient pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform Evaluation/Re-evaluation with patient and family.
• Gather pertinent data and perform examination.
• Develop an individualized plan of care in collaboration with patient and family.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team and caretakers.
• Manage documentation and billing per department standards.
• Pursue professional development and participate in mentorship programs.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT Certification

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a casual pediatric occupational therapist to join our outpatient team at Fairview Clinics and Specialty Center in Maplewood!

Ideal candidate would have experience working independently and collaborate well working with physical and speech therapists. The occupational therapist will serve our pediatric population and be a part of a collaborative, compassionate team that makes exceptional patient care a priority. 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: 0.01, casual position.


• Schedule: One day per week, Monday - Friday, day hours based on need.

Fairview Rehabilitation offers a range of services that serve patients across 10 acute-care hospitals, 3 post-acute settings and 70 outpatient adult and pediatric therapy clinics. Consisting of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy as well as Audiology and Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, our therapists collaborate with colleagues in all medical settings and offer dozens of specialty programs.

As an academic health system with residency and fellowship programs and a rehab-focused clinical quality team, we have a collaborative culture that is centered on learning with an emphasis on evidence based, patient-centered care. Rehab’s continuing education program offers 40+ continuing education courses per year at no cost to employees and further supports numerous external CE courses each year.

As a member of the Fairview rehab team, you would have opportunities for formal mentorship, clinical specialization and further recognition and compensation through our clinical specialist program. As an industry leader in rehabilitative care with nationally recognized programs, our therapists play a meaningful role in helping patients reach their goals and live more fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities

• The occupational therapist 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

Required Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy Licensure in State of Minnesota or temporary license in State of Minnesota


• Basic Life Support Certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy


• 1+ year(s) of outpatient pediatric experience


• Certification with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Benefit Overview

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status