Occupational Therapist- Outpatient Pediatrics (0.6 FTE)- Duluth, MN

Company: Essentia Health
Location: Duluth
Posted on: May 21, 2025

Job Description:

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 patients
• 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) and complies with all organization policies.
• Complies with organization 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
• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation
• May 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 insurer
        • BLS 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 agency
          • Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer
          • Proof of current motor vehicle insurance Hermantown Wellness Center:
            • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health's benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information. Job Location: Essentia Health - Miller Hill Health Plaza Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Compensation Range: $34.58 - $51.87 / hour FTE: 0.6

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