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Essentia Health
Occupational Therapist- Acute Care/General Practice - Casual, Fargo. Job in Fargo Gr8Jobs
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$99,820 / year median in North Dakota
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description:
Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited programKey Responsibilities:
Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload. Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes. Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care. Compl y with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient careInpatient Acute Care:
Coordinate and deliver durable medical equipment to patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care. Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role includes a weekend rotation once every 4 weeks (minimum). The schedule consists of an in-hospital shift on Saturday (full day) and an on-call shift on Sunday (8am - 12pm), with on-call compensation of $60. This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, holidays, and other staffing needs.Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services?Organizational Highlights:
Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills- Reimbursement for licensure expenses
- A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists
- Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.