Impactful OT: Acute Care & General Practice

Paradox; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, treat and implement patient care in a hospital setting. The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, documentation, education and discharge planning for a full caseload.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with physicians, and meeting professional ethics standards. The position includes weekend rotations, in-hospital Saturday shifts and on-call Sundays with compensation.

Qualifications

• Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services

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
• Coordinate and deliver durable medical equipment to patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.
• Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Education

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

Job description

Essentia Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, treat and implement patient care in a hospital setting. The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, documentation, education and discharge planning for a full caseload.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with physicians, and meeting professional ethics standards. The position includes weekend rotations, in-hospital Saturday shifts and on-call Sundays with compensation.