Physical Therapist/Occupational Therapist - Occupational Health (FT) - Fargo

Essentia Health • Fargo, ND

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About The Position

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Association of Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy using Clinical Practice Guidelines, and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical or occupational therapy accredited program
• Current license in the state performing services

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients
• Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies.
• Complies with organization code of conduct
• Meets 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
• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care
• Occupational Health: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and prevent injuries
• Run health promotion interventions to educate workers on how to reduce the risk of injury
• Assess the fit between the worker and their job demands to ensure that the work environment is suitable for the worker
• Support workers transition back to work use strategies to help workers manage their return to work and assess any barriers

Benefits

• At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
• For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level