Occupational Therapist: Rehab Services & Client Impact

Northwoods Rehab; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwoods Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide and direct OT services, assessment, treatment planning and implementation under physician orders.

You will supervise COTAs and Rehab Techs, coordinate care with the rehab team, document outcomes, and develop patient-focused programs to improve function in home and community settings.

The role requires ongoing professional development, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successful completion of NBCOT as an OTR.
• Current state licensure or licensure eligible.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides and directs occupational therapy services to patients including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication.
• Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Evaluates patients to obtain data for treatment planning and implements plans.
• Develops treatment plans with short and long-term goals and coordinates with team.
• Implements and monitors treatment per physician orders and adapts as needed.
• Supervises COTAs and Rehab Techs in implementing treatment plans.
• Ensures documentation, discharge planning and community programming.
• Maintains safety and infection control standards and professional conduct.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

National Certification Examination for OTR completed

Current state licensure or license eligible

Continuing education and professional development

Job description

Northwoods Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide and direct OT services, assessment, treatment planning and implementation under physician orders.

You will supervise COTAs and Rehab Techs, coordinate care with the rehab team, document outcomes, and develop patient-focused programs to improve function in home and community settings.

The role requires ongoing professional development, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with patients and families.