Occupational Therapist - Lymphedema/Acute Care (Full Time) - Duluth (Hiring Immediately)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
• Meet 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
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Inpatient Acute Care:

• Coordinate and deliver durable medical equipment to patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.
• Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Lymphedema: Completion of 135-hour lymphedema course or planned completion of course (pre-approved by Essentia leadership prior to employment)

Schedule: Full Time position (40hrs/week). Flexible start time between 7:30a - 9:00a, 5 days per week. One weekend per month rotation.

• Current occupational therapy license in the state performing services

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