Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - casual

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a casual Occupational Therapist to join their outpatient hand therapy team. This role involves providing therapeutic services, including evaluation and treatment, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. You will float between community clinics and the downtown specialty center, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. This innovative organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering a supportive environment for professionals dedicated to making a difference in patients' lives. If you are passionate about rehabilitation and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Retirement Funds

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

License and Certification Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ACOTE accredited OT educational program is required.
• Preferred: CPR certification and 1+ years of Hand Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop care plans.
• Educate patients on therapeutic techniques and document progress.
• Supervise activities performed by OT aides.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Care

Therapeutic Techniques

Cognitive Assessments

Motivational Interviewing

Group Facilitation

Education

Graduation from ACOTE accredited OT program

Tools

Rehabilitative Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - casual (250218)

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 caregivers 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 pediatrics and providing excellent care while working with diverse patient populations

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
• 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.

• 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 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)