Occupational Therapist - 0.6FTE Flex - Brainerd Area

Essentia Health; Brainerd (MN); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $4,500

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for a 0.6 FTE role primarily in the hospital setting at St. Joseph's Medical Center. The position includes potential for increased hours through hospital or outpatient clinic work, with a weekend rotation approximately every 6–8 weeks.

The ideal candidate holds an OT degree and an active license in the state, with strong collaboration skills for a multidisciplinary team, documentation, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state where services are performed.
• Flex FTE availability for hospital and outpatient coverage.
• Strong documentation and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, treat and implement care for patients per AOTA standards and Essentia Health policies.
• Provide therapy evaluation, develop treatment plans, implement interventions and discharge planning for a full caseload.
• Document, bill, schedule, and perform ancillary administrative duties for a full caseload.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
• Coordinate with hospital leadership and referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Clinical Documentation

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

OT degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctoral)

Job description

Building Location:

St Josephs Medical Center

Department:

4003810 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - SJMC

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

This Flex FTE Occupational Therapist position primarily provides coverage in the hospital at 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week), with the opportunity to increase FTE through additional hospital hours or outpatient clinic coverage.

Education Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

We’re excited to offer a $4,500 sign-on bonus for this opportunity.

Key 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

Inpatient Acute 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.

This role requires a minimum commitment of 0.6 FTE, or 24 scheduled hours per week. Additional hours may be available in the hospital or at outpatient clinics based on department needs and candidate availability. The position also includes a weekend rotation at the hospital, working both Saturday and Sunday approximately once every 6–8 weeks.

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the state where services are performed

Organizational Highlights:

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care

• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*

• Reimbursement for licensure expenses*

• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*

• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.

• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF

• *Must meet minimum FTE requirements

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

FTE Flex Days (United States of America)

Weekends:

Hospital rotation every 6-8 weeks

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

$34.96 - $52.44

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].