Building Location:Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:2003810 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:This position provides therapy services to patients of all ages, including evaluation and assessment, treatment, education, and consultation to improve patients’ 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:

Key Responsibilities:

Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patientsProvides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative dutiesDemonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies.   Complies with organization code of conductMeets professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practiceWork where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allowsProvide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientationMay serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Educational Requirements:

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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist

Ada, MN:

Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer

Homecare Departments:

Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurerBLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date

Moose Lake:

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agencyMust meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurerProof of current motor vehicle insurance

Hermantown Wellness Center:

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) 

FTE:1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:No

Call Obligation:No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$71,926.40 - $107,889.60

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re 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.