Occupational Therapist - Lymphedema (24hrs/week) - Moose Lake, MN

Essentia Health•Moose Lake, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team at Moose Lake Hospital. This position is responsible for evaluating, planning, treating, and implementing care for patients in accordance with professional standards. The role involves providing comprehensive lymphedema therapy, including evaluations, individualized treatment plans, evidence-based interventions, patient education, and discharge planning. The therapist will also manage all ancillary and administrative duties, communicate professionally, supervise support staff, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team and referring physicians. This position requires flexibility to work where patient needs are highest and may involve serving as a clinical instructor or participating in committees. A key component is the completion of a 135-hour lymphedema course. This is a 24 hours per week position with potential to flex up, and includes a hospital on-call rotation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree , or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program
Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency
Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
Proof of current motor vehicle insurance
Must meet minimum FTE requirements

Nice To Haves

Opportunities to flex up hours if desired.
Flexibility on current schedule (Monday, Thursday & Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm).

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.
Completion of 135-hour lymphedema course or planned completion of course (pre-approved by Essentia leadership prior to employment).

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Supplemental insurance options
401(k) plan with employer contributions
Training
Tuition reimbursement
Educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources
Annual continuing education budget
Reimbursement for licensure expenses
Rehabilitation career ladder
Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility