Occupational Therapist

Commonspirit; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus: $15,000

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Fargo, ND is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life. You will evaluate patient functionality and develop personalized treatment plans. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and thorough documentation will be key activities in this role. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Requirements include a valid ND Occupational Therapist License and accreditation from recognized therapy programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum.
• Occupational Therapist License: ND required.
• Basic Life Support CPR certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's functional status and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for effective care.
• Document evaluations and treatment progress thoroughly.

Skills

Flexible

Adaptable

Organized

Team player

Education

Occupational therapy curriculum accredited by AMA and AOTA

Occupational Therapist License: ND

Tools

Basic Life Support - CPR

Driver's License: ND

Auto Insurance

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain independence and quality of life so they can safely perform daily activities.

Every day you will assess diverse patients (orthopedic, neurological, sensory, cancer recovery, etc.), develop treatment plans, and conduct evaluations/re-evaluations. You will be expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, document thoroughly, and provide positive, motivating care to a high volume of patients.

To be successful in this role, you must be flexible, adaptable, exceptionally organized, and a personable, motivating team player.

• Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
• For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
• Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
• May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
• May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
• May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

Sign On Bonus: $15,000

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Occupational Therapist License: ND
• Basic Life Support - CPR
• Driver's License: ND
• Auto Insurance

Preferred

• Home health experience

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.