Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - casual

Hennepin County Medical Center; Minneapolis, City of Rochester (MN, NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their outpatient hand therapy team. This role offers the opportunity to float between community clinics and a downtown specialty center, providing essential therapeutic services. The ideal candidate will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. With a commitment to equity and inclusion, this organization values diverse perspectives and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this position is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Funds

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited OT program is essential.
• Preferred: 1+ years of Hand Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop and document patient care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Education

Therapeutic Techniques

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Education

Graduation from an ACOTE accredited OT educational program

Job description

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a casual Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient hand therapy team. This role will float between community clinics (Whittier clinic, Brooklyn Park clinic) and our downtown Clinic and Specialty Center location. Must be available for at least 1-2 shifts per month, however additional hours may be available depending on department needs (prefer 8.5 hour shifts). Schedule will be established 2+ months at a time.

Purpose of this position:In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, and education. Monitors the treatment activities of COTA's and aides.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and documents comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations


• Develops and documents patient care plans to promote optimal function and safety


• Observes, evaluates and documents patient's progress


• Participates in hospital rounds and patient care conferences


• Educates patients and care givers on therapeutic techniques, cares and treatments


• Completes all documentation and charges of services per department or program standards


• Functions as clinical instructor for occupational therapy students


• Directs and supervises activities performed by the OT aide consistent with their training and skill (patient transfers, patient transport, preparation of patient and equipment for treatment, selected treatment procedures, clerical duties and departmental maintenance)


• Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment


• Assists with developing and conducting occupational therapy in-services


• Orients and mentors newly assigned staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an ACOTE accredited OT educational program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous clinical experience/rehabilitation experience


• CPR certification


• 1+ years(s) of Hand Therapy Occupational Therapy experience


• Passion for peds and providing excellent care while working with diverse patient population

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards; occupational therapy theory, techniques, and treatment, physical therapy, and orthopedic equipment; counseling and educational techniques; bandaging and wrapping techniques


• In mental health departments:


• Current knowledge, theory, practice standards, and sound clinical judgment are necessary to support adults with mental health diagnoses


• Experience with group facilitation and group dynamics


• Experience with motivational interviewing to facilitate patient education, communication and social skills, stress management, health maintenance, and daily living skills


• Experience with therapeutic use of sensory modulation and sensory strategies


• Ability to administer cognitive assessments, interpret results, and develop appropriate recommendations


• Activity analysis


• Provide care that is trauma-informed, patient-centered, and culturally sensitive


• Ability to perform professional occupational therapy techniques and treatment; calibrate and operate occupational therapy equipment


• Ability to provide work direction for ancillary personnel


• Ability to counsel and instruct patients and families; ability to recognize and document patient progress


• Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the care team


• Ability to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to objectively care for individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own


• Ability to read and interpret written instructions, patient charts, and physicians' notes


• Ability to interpret policies and procedures in an advisory capacity (educate

License/Certifications:

• Certified or eligible for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification examination for Occupational Therapist, Registered. As a condition of employment, employees hired on an "or eligible" status must take and pass the first available examination (within three consecutive administrations of the exam) within the 12-month period following his/her date of hire

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

Total Rewards Package:

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

Department:Physical Therapy Community

Primary Location:MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Standard Hours/FTE Status:FTE = 0.01 (casual)

Shift Detail:Day

Job Level:Staff

Employee Status:Regular

Eligible for Benefits:No

Union/Non Union:Non-Union

Min:$41.26

Max:$49.51

Job Posting:Mar-25-2025