OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (MFR) - Rehabilitation Services - Detroit Lakes, MN

Job Description:

Education Qualifications:

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association using Clinical Practice Guidelines, and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a patient caseload
• Delivers myofascial release techniques and interventions as part of the myofascial release program within the Detroit Lakes therapy team.
• Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrates 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.
• Complies with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
• Meets 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 care
• Weekend hospital rotation participation is required for this position

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 Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF

*Must meet minimum FTE requirements

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services 

For More Information, contact:

Delaney Kennedy, Recruiter

Email: delaney.kennedy@EssentiaHealth.org