**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:** + Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program Key Responsibilities: + Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients + Treat patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting + Work with patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, from neuro rehab to ortho rehab, and perform wheelchair assessments and cognition evaluations + Work closely with a team of OTs and PTs in the inpatient setting and OTs in the outpatient setting + 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 an 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 + Weekday and weekend coverage needed This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) rotation approximately once every 6-8 weeks at the hospital. Shifts may range from a half day to a full day, depending on census. This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs. **Licensure/Certification Qualifications:** + Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist **Organizational Highlights:** + Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care + An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills* + Reimbursement for licensure expenses* + A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists* + Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship. + Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF + * _Must meet minimum FTE requirements_ Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000. **Job Location:** St Josephs Medical Center **Shift Rotation:** Day Rotation (United States of America) **Shift Start/End:** / **Hours Per Pay Period:** **Compensation Range:** $34.58 - $51.87 / hour **Union:** **FTE:** 0 **Weekends:** **Call Obligations:** **Sign On Bonus:** It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.