POSITION SUMMARY

Job Summary: This position provides therapy services to patients of all ages, including evaluation and assessment, individualized interventions, education, treatment planning, and consultation to improve patients’ abilities to their highest possible level. This position provides services as part of a care team committed to optimal clinical outcomes, under the direction of the referring physician. As a casual OT, this position is needed for weekend and weekday coverage.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

BA/BS, Master’s, or Clinical Doctorate from Accredited Occupational Therapy Program
Occupational Therapy license to practice in the State of Minnesota
Certification from the National Board of Occupational Therapy
BLS/CPR certification

License/Certificates

Occupational Therapy license to practice in the State of Minnesota

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs initial evaluations/assessments and re-assessments per medical provider orders and within facility policy. Responsible for gathering information and data interpretation, which demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care.
• Develops and revises plan of care as indicated by patient diagnosis,

physical and cognitive status, functional goals/outcomes, and discharge plan.

• Provides treatments to meet individual’s needs (physical, cultural and

psychosocial) per plan of care.

• Patient/Family education: Plans for and provides patient, family

and caregiver education, identifies learning needs, clearly communicates information, and documents response to education provided.

• Completes daily documentation and billing according to current standards and policies.
• Adheres to hospital Joint Commission, Department of Health, and Medicare Standards.
• Discharge Planning: Plans for discharge, anticipates long term and short term patient needs, collaborate with interdisciplinary team, and assesses patient prior to discharge as needed.

Why Choose Riverwood Healthcare Center?

Riverwood Healthcare Center is a 25-bed Critical Access hospital with three full-service clinics in Aitkin, McGregor and Garrison. Come grow with us! Riverwood is expanding and building a state-of-the-art surgical center and new McGregor clinic with a completion date of 2024.

Just two hours from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, this is an opportunity to live and work where others play in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods and beautiful lakes country. Enjoy access to an abundance of natural wonders including lakes, rivers, and streams including state parks, wildlife refuge, ATV and bike trails for all your outdoor recreational activities.

The work culture at Riverwood reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff is welcoming and supportive of one another. Our goal is to deliver healthcare from the heart to every patient every day.

Join our team in delivering outstanding patient care, from robotic assisted, minimally invasive surgery to comprehensive specialty services and convenient primary care for all ages.

For more information, visit www.riverwoodhealthcare.org

Riverwood is an equal opportunity employer

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