Occupational Therapist - On Call

PRN Occupational Therapist (OT)RiverView Health has an opening for an On-call Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist is a clinically competent, licensed professional of their discipline who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients through the process of evaluation, ongoing assessment, planning, and implementation of therapy interventions. Effectively and professionally interacts with patients, family members, responsible party, and other health care team members, while maintaining RiverView Health's standards of behavior. Complies with regulatory standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association, the Department of Health, and any other professional guidelines or standards. Completes evaluations/treatments with people of all ages from pediatrics to geriatric. Settings may include inpatient care, sub-acute care, outpatient care, and occupational health. Position does include working a weekend and holiday rotation. Salary range is $40.58 - $52.49 and starting wage is dependent on experience.What can we offer you:Patient-centered, team-based, and collaborative work environmentCompetitive PayMentorship1:1 30-60 minute patient treatmentsDesignated paperwork timePrimary responsibilities:Evaluate and interpret patient assessments to determine necessity for skilled services and develop occupational therapy plans of careDevelop and implement treatment plans that focus on functional and measurable outcomes to achieve established therapy goalsIdentify patient's needs (physical, cultural, and psychosocial) and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy to individual differencesProvides guidance and education to patients and their families on adaptive techniques and equipmentDocument and complete billing according to current standards and policiesPerform data collection and obtain accurate informationEffectively delegate tasks and supervise occupational therapist assistants as neededCollaborates with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomesAssist in maintenance of equipment, tools, supplies, and inventoryAdhere to ethical and legal standardsEnsure continued competence and updated field knowledgeQualifications:Individuals who have a positive impact in their work environmentStrong communication and patient education skillsFlexibility to work across inpatient, outpatient, and swing bed environmentsRequired:Current State of Minnesota license in Occupational Therapy, which must be in good standing.Bachelor, Master or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.Current American Heart BLS certification. If not current, training will be provided and certification must be obtained within 4 months from the date of hire or employment will be terminated.