Building Location:
South University Clinic
Department:
3023810 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - SU
Job Description:
This position provides therapy services to adult patients, including evaluation and assessment, treatment, education, and consultation to improve patientsā abilities to their highest possible level. This position provides services as part of a care team assembled to assure optimal clinical and financial outcomes, under the direction of Essentia Health management and the referring physician.
Education Qualifications:
- OT Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree,Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program
- PT Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree,Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
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PT/OT Key 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
- Demonstrateappropriate communication,professionalismand supervision of support staff (licensed assistants,aides, volunteers)Ā
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensureoptimalclinical and financial outcomes.
- Work closely with Essentia Healthleadershipand coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Complywithorganizational policies and procedures andthecode of conduct
- Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
- Work where the patientneedis highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
- May serve as a clinical instructor,participateindepartmentor therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that wouldbenefitpatient care
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Completion of Herman & Wallace Level I certification, or an alternative advanced training approved by Essentia Healthleadership(may work with leadership on a training plan if you are not currently trained).
Schedule would be weekdays between 7:00am - 7:00pm. No weekend or holiday rotation is required for this role.
Licensure/CertificationĀ Qualifications:
- OT License Requirements: Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist
- PT License Requirements: Currentphysical therapylicense 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.
Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Educationās website for the most current information regarding PSLF
*Must meet minimum FTE requirements
FTE:
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
7am
Shift End Time:
7pm
Weekends:
Holidays:
No
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range:
$72,716.80 - $109,075.20
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, weāre committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.