Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist for full-time work in an acute care hospital setting. You will be oriented across Mayo Clinic Hospital campuses and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver individualized patient care.

Candidates must hold MN licensure as an OT and NBCOT certification, with board certification preferred and ongoing recertification every 3 years.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist.
• NBCOT certification required for Mayo Clinic employment; ongoing recertification every 3 years.
• Prefer board certification in a clinical specialty.
• Active participation in a professional organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply current knowledge, theory, evidence and sound clinical judgment in patient management.
• Work closely with the patient, family and interdisciplinary team to provide individualized care.
• Serve as educators and mentors for therapy students, peers and other professionals.
• Assist with department and program planning.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal relations

Leadership

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy program

Minnesota OT license

NBCOT Certification

Board Certification (clinical specialty)

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Therapists are responsible for the application of current knowledge, theory, evidence and sound clinical judgment in patient management. The therapist works closely with the patient, family and other members of an interdisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective individualized patient care. Therapists also serve as advocates and promoters of health, wellness, and fitness to all stakeholders. They serve as educators and mentors for therapy students, peers and other medical professionals. The occupational therapist assists with department and program planning.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program. Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist. Demonstrated skills in the areas of organization, communication, interpersonal relations, leadership, decision making and problem solving.
Prefer board certification in clinical specialty area and/or advanced degree in health care field.
Also prefer active participation within professional organization.Current occupational therapy licensure in the state of Minnesota.
NBCOT certification as an OTR is required for employment at Mayo Clinic (both upon hiring and ongoing certification every 3 years).

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$78,270.40 - $117,312.00 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

full-time Monday - Friday in acute care hospital. Will include orientation to all areas of Mayo Clinic Hospital - Rochester, Saint Marys Campus and Mayo Clinic Hospital - Rochester, Methodist Campus.

Weekend Schedule

scheduled one in four weekends (total of 13 weekends per year including one holiday weekend) with compensatory days off around the weekend.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.