OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (HAND FOCUS) - Rehabilitation Services (Casual) - Duluth, MN at Essentia Health summary:
The Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy provides rehabilitation services to patients of all ages in both outpatient and orthopedic settings across two sites in Duluth, MN. This role requires collaboration with physical and occupational therapy teams to deliver customized hand therapy and splinting care. Licensure in Occupational or Physical Therapy is required, with preferred certification in hand therapy and CPR, in a full-time weekday schedule without weekends or on-call duties.
Education Qualifications:
- Must have hand therapy and custom splinting experience
- Will join a collaborative team of PTs and OTs
- Will be treating and caring for patients of all ages from infants to adults
- The hand therapist is expected to cover needs at two sites in Duluth, MN in an outpatient therapy setting as well as within the orthopedic department
- This is a M-F position, no weekends and no call
- Care is specific to hand therapy/orthopedic occupational therapy
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Certification/Licensure Requirements:
- Current Minnesota Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy license and/or State of Practice, Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy license and certification by the NBCOT.
- Current certification in hand therapy (CHT) preferred, but not required.
- Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or ability to obtain certification within a 6 month period from start of employment
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.
Job Location: Essentia Health - Miller Hill Health Plaza
Compensation Range: $37.80 - $56.70 / hour
FTE: 0
Keywords:
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