Occupational Therapist - Twin Cities Area - Casual/On-Call

Saint Therese • Saint Louis Park, MN

78d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascend Rehabilitation, LLC is an integrated health and wellness program for seniors seeking to maintain independence or recover from life-changing events. Highly trained physical, occupational and speech therapists collaborate with fitness professionals to facilitate individualized programs for optimal health outcomes. Ascend Rehab offers a continuum of care and services in the three Saint Therese Minnesota communities: Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, and Woodbury, as well as other senior housing facilities throughout the Twin Cities Metro. We are seeking Occupational Therapists to help cover vacation requests and needs when caseloads are high. Our primary needs are Monday through Friday, with some Sunday shifts available. Shifts are 5-8 hours long. The minimum requirement to stay active is 1-2 shifts per quarter.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensed in Minnesota.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position including ability to turn, lift, and carry

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year's experience as an occupational therapist or assistant in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal regulations
• Experience working with seniors in a skilled nursing facility preferred
• Ability to accurately plan and carry out assignments without direct supervision as a float staff
• Proven history of good judgment, integrity and consideration to others
• High level of commitment to compassionate customer service

Responsibilities

• Provides professional occupational therapy services using recognized and approved techniques and appropriate professional judgment.
• Assignments may include working with skilled nursing facility patients, senior housing tenants, outpatients or home care patients either at a Saint Therese location or under contract with other locations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees