Occupational Therapist

Newport Academy; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 49,593 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company paid life insurance

Paid time off

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid CEU's

Job summary

Newport Academy in Rochester, Minnesota is seeking a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) responsible for implementing client-centered Occupational Therapy services. The OTR will assess, plan, and supervise occupational care primarily for adults, though work with children may also occur. Candidates must have a degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and current Minnesota licensure. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401K matching and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have Level II fieldwork experience in psycho-social occupational therapy.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergencies.
• Capable of managing disruptive and explosive patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual patient assessments as ordered by a physician.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and students.
• Adhere to Occupational Therapy Standards of Practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Crisis management

Task shifting

Knowledge of occupational therapy practices

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Minnesota

Job description

About Us

Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won’t just find a job—you’ll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you’re eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at PrairieCare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

Responsibilities

The Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) is responsible for the implementation of Occupational Therapy services in a manner that is client-centered and interactive. The Occupational Therapist is responsible to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and supervise occupational care of patients within the area of assignment pursuant to the policies and procedures of PrairieCare. This role will primarily work with our adult population but will do some work with the child and adolescent population as well.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Provide individual patient assessments as ordered by a physician
• Requires knowledge of occupational therapy practices, which can be gained only through an accredited program
• Oriented and educated in gender, cultural, and age appropriate care for the assigned unit
• Adhere to the Occupational Therapy Standards of Practice and the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, as well as facility policies and procedures
• Responsible to provide supervision as needed for Occupational Therapy Assistants, and Level I and II Occupational Therapy students.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy, certified as an Occupational Therapist and current licensure as an Occupational Therapist, registered in the State of Minnesota.
• Level II fieldwork experience in psycho-social OT is strongly preferred for newly graduated candidates.
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form
• Ability to smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks
• Ability to react quickly and calmly as part of a team to handle volatile and potentially emergency situations
• Ability to make effective decisions while in stressful situations and circumstances
• After training, be able to manage disruptive and explosive patients

Pay range for this position is $36 - $42 depending on education and experience.

Benefit options include

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off including sick time
• Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Repayment
• Paid CEU's

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