Occupational Therapist Student Loan Assistance Program

Ernest Health, Inc.; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO Medical Plan

401K with employer matching

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest in Post Falls, Idaho is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a full-time position. This role supports inpatient rehabilitation for patients with stroke, amputations, brain/spinal injuries and complex orthopedic conditions.

The hospital emphasizes one-on-one therapy, 24/7 nursing support, and a focus on professional growth within Ernest Health’s network. Eligible for student loan repayment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current State Occupational Therapist License.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year of rehab hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and helps them improve motor functions and reasoning abilities.
• Teaches patients to perform daily tasks and use adaptive equipment as needed.
• Integrates hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

Current OT license

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Post Falls, Idaho

**Student Loan Repayment Program Available**

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

We have a great full time opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in Idaho.

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest in Post Falls, Idaho offers specialized inpatient rehabilitation services for patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. As a leading rehab hospital, we help individuals overcome the challenges of strokes, amputee, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic injuries, and other serious conditions with comprehensive therapy programs. We are certified by The Joint Commission in Stroke and Amputee. Our caring clinical team provides one-on-one physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with 24/7 nursing and physician support, all in a comfortable, healing environment. Serving both the Coeur d’Alene and Spokane region, we combine small-town compassion with world-class rehabilitative care. Recognized among the nation’s top 10% of rehab hospitals, the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest is committed to helping patients achieve maximum recovery close to home.

Experience the Charm of North Idaho - Nestled between Coeur d’Alene and Spokane, Post Falls offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, and skiing all within minutes of home, thanks to nearby rivers, lakes, and mountains. With a low cost of living, friendly community, Post Falls is a hidden gem for those seeking a high quality of life. Its blend of small-town feel and proximity to urban amenities makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program
• Continuing education opportunities

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current State Occupational Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
• Basic Life Support/CPR card required
• One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.