Position Summary

Directs the assessment, treatment, planning and implementation of therapy services to patients of all ages, utilizing current knowledge, theory, evidence and sound clinical judgment. Works closely with the patient, family and other members of an interdisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective individualized patient care. Serves as an educator and mentor of therapy students, peers and other medical professionals. Assist with department and program planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts an appropriate evaluation of the patient and develops age appropriate functional goals and treatment plan.
• Provides timely discharge planning including equipment needs assessment, identification of community resources where needed and completion of home program/discharge summary.
• Develops appropriate treatment interventions and provides treatment at a level consistent with current therapy practice.
• Delegates and provides appropriate supervision of established plan of care to support personnel.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, response to treatment, goals and program changes.
• Presents pertinent therapy information in patient care conferences and team meetings.

Selection Criteria:

• Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
• Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association
• Must have acute care experience
• Outpatient pediatrics, neuro, hand, or lymphedema are encouraged but not required

Scope:

• Shift start and end times vary between 7:30am-4:30pm
• Must be available weekdays
• One weekend per quarter required
• No holiday requirements

Why Northfield Hospital + Clinics (NH+C)?

At NH+C, our employees drive our success and our reputation. We value great employees, and offer competitive salaries and a variety of benefits. It's our commitment to maintaining an excellent workforce.

• Competitive Wages Based on Experience
• PERA Retirement Program with a 7.5% company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free On-Site Parking

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is an independent organization with over 800 employees. We are known for our positive work environment and quality patient care. We provide a full spectrum of services with our Hospital and Long Term Care Center in Northfield and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault and Lonsdale.

With us you’ll find competitive pay and benefits (when hired for 40 hours/pay period or more) including health and dental insurance, vision discount plan, life and disability insurance, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and a pension plan with a generous employer contribution.