Temporary Occupational Therapist - Acute Care (Full Time) - Brainerd, MN

Building Location:

St Josephs - Rehabilitation

Department:

4003810 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - SJMC

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.

This is a temporary Occupational Therapist position with an anticipated duration of approximately nine months; the length of assignment may vary based on patient census and staffing needs.

Education Qualifications:

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

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 

• 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. 

• Comply 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 care 

Inpatient 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 is a temporary Occupational Therapist role expected to last around nine months, though the timeline may extend or shorten depending on patient census and operational needs.

Schedule is generally Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. There's a weekend requirement of once every 5 - 8 weeks.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services  

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: