Job Description
Essentia Health seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to provide patient-centered rehabilitation services within our integrated Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will assess functional needs, develop evidence-based treatment plans, and deliver individualized interventions to help patients maximize independence in daily activities. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Essentia Health offers a supportive, growth-focused environment with opportunities for professional development and community involvement.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and individualized treatment plans for patients across the continuum of care
- Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve functional independence in self-care, work, and leisure activities
- Collaborate closely with interprofessional teams, patients, and families to support holistic, patient-centered care
- Document assessments, goals, and progress accurately in the electronic health record and maintain regulatory compliance
- Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on adaptive strategies, equipment use, and home exercise programs
- Participate in quality improvement, clinical education, and continuous learning initiatives within the department
- Contribute to a culture of compassion, collaboration, and community engagement aligned with Essentia Health values
Required Skills
- Occupational therapy evaluation and treatment planning
- Activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental ADL training
- Neuromuscular and orthopedic rehabilitation techniques
- Functional cognition and perceptual assessment
- Assistive technology and adaptive equipment selection and training
- Splinting and upper extremity rehabilitation
- Patient and family education
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration and care coordination
- Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
- Outcome measurement and evidence-based practice
