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An Occupational Therapist is needed for an engaging role that involves evaluating and treating a variety of adult patient diagnoses in an acute care hospital setting. Responsibilities include addressing general deconditioning, post-operative orthopedic cases, and various neurological diagnoses, as well as providing support for skilled therapy services in long-term care settings. Key Responsibilities Conduct evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients with various adult diagnoses.
Provide support for inpatient therapy needs and long-term care facility residents requiring skilled services. Utilize electronic medical record systems for accurate documentation of patient care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Regularly float to different units as required to meet departmental needs. Qualifications Experience in inpatient care and skilled nursing facilities (SNF) is essential. Minnesota State Occupational Therapy license or willingness to obtain.
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). Experience in the acute care setting preferred; at least one year of experience in the past three years is beneficial but not mandatory. Familiarity with EPIC electronic medical record system is highly preferred.
Work Environment The role requires a commitment to working Monday through Friday during daytime hours, with no weekends or on-call shifts. There may be occasions where the Occupational Therapist will be the only therapist on-site at long-term care locations, though phone support will be readily available. Additional Information Clinicians must badge in and out at the facility.
Uniforms: Scrub colors include Ceil Blue, Khaki, Gray, or Chocolate Brown polo shirts or business casual attire.
About the role
An Occupational Therapist is needed for an engaging role that involves evaluating and treating a variety of adult patient diagnoses in an acute care hospital setting. Responsibilities include addressing general deconditioning, post-operative orthopedic cases, and various neurological diagnoses, as well as providing support for skilled therapy services in long-term care settings.