Hand Therapy OT: Elevate Patient Care & Growth

Paradox; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance and dental/vision

401(k) with employer contributions

Job summary

Essentia Health in Detroit Lakes seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, and coordinate discharge planning for a full caseload within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires current OT licensure, a degree in OT (Bachelor/Master/Doctorate), documentation and billing duties, and supervision of support staff.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist
• Degrees: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

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
• Fabrication of custom static and dynamic splints
• Management of post‑surgical and post‑injury wounds
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred, but not required for application

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Essentia Health in Detroit Lakes seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, and coordinate discharge planning for a full caseload within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires current OT licensure, a degree in OT (Bachelor/Master/Doctorate), documentation and billing duties, and supervision of support staff.