Occupational Therapist, Acute
Allina Health, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Job Summary
At Allina Health/CKRI, we offer Occupational Therapists the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Become part of a supportive team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and the resources to deliver exceptional care. You'll find your purpose in helping others regain their independence, a culture of innovation, and the chance to be a vital part of a leading rehabilitation institute transforming lives every day.
Key Position Details
0.80 FTE (64 hours per two week pay period)
8-hour day shift
Every other weekend or 4 weekend shifts per month
Job Description
Provides care that is appropriate, efficient, and effective in meeting the customer's requirements for occupational therapy in a hospital, outpatient clinic, home health, mental health, skilled nursing facility or community based settings.
Principle Responsibilities
Provides therapy to patients.
Generates a therapy diagnosis by gathering patient data and assessing the patient.
Designs, implements and modifies therapeutic interventions.
Educates patient and family in establishing goals of treatment.
Sets improvement levels and determines the amount of time needed to reach that level.
Uses re-examination to determine whether predicted outcomes are reasonable and modifies as necessary.
Accommodates selection of tests and measures and therapeutic interventions to the age of the patient/client.
Reports and records service charges.
Provides safe patient equipment, ensures personal safety and safe work environment.
Selects and delegates appropriate tasks of the plan of care.
Supervises therapeutic programs and activities carried out by aides.
Coordinates care with inter-disciplinary referrals or referrals to other practitioners.
Participates in performance improvement and process improvement activities for the department.
Supports and promotes new services as requested.
Provides ongoing input to enhance the services provided by the department.
Develops and promotes new and current programs as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
0 to 2 years occupational therapist experience
Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Occupational Therapist - MN Department of Health required if service area is in Minnesota upon hire
Licensed Occupational Therapist - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required if service area is in Wisconsin upon hire
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
Valid Driver's License required upon hire – MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if providing services for Home Care and Hospice
Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $35.61 to $48.81 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefits
Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
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At Allina Health/CKRI, we offer Occupational Therapists the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Become part of a supportive team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and the resources to deliver exceptional care. You'll find your purpose in helping others regain their independence, a culture of innovation, and the chance to be a vital part of a leading rehabilitation institute transforming lives every day.
Key Position Details
0.80 FTE (64 hours per two week pay period)
8-hour day shift
Every other weekend or 4 weekend shifts per month
Job Description
Provides care that is appropriate, efficient, and effective in meeting the customer's requirements for occupational therapy in a hospital, outpatient clinic, home health, mental health, skilled nursing facility or community based settings.
Principle Responsibilities
Provides therapy to patients.
Generates a therapy diagnosis by gathering patient data and assessing the patient.
Designs, implements and modifies therapeutic interventions.
Educates patient and family in establishing goals of treatment.
Sets improvement levels and determines the amount of time needed to reach that level.
Uses re-examination to determine whether predicted outcomes are reasonable and modifies as necessary.
Accommodates selection of tests and measures and therapeutic interventions to the age of the patient/client.
Reports and records service charges.
Provides safe patient equipment, ensures personal safety and safe work environment.
Selects and delegates appropriate tasks of the plan of care.
Supervises therapeutic programs and activities carried out by aides.
Coordinates care with inter-disciplinary referrals or referrals to other practitioners.
Participates in performance improvement and process improvement activities for the department.
Supports and promotes new services as requested.
Provides ongoing input to enhance the services provided by the department.
Develops and promotes new and current programs as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
0 to 2 years occupational therapist experience
Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Occupational Therapist - MN Department of Health required if service area is in Minnesota upon hire
Licensed Occupational Therapist - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required if service area is in Wisconsin upon hire
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
Valid Driver's License required upon hire – MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if providing services for Home Care and Hospice
Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $35.61 to $48.81 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefits
Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
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