Physical Therapist/Occupational Therapist - Occupational Health (Full Time) - Fargo

Essentia Health
Fargo, ND, 58102, USA

$37.80 - $56.70 p/week
Healthcare
Full-time
physical therapist
occupational therapist
occupational health

Our job summary

This role involves evaluating, planning, and treating patients in accordance with professional physical and occupational therapy standards, including patient education and discharge planning. The position includes administrative duties such as documentation and scheduling, as well as supervising support staff and participating in staff education and committees. The occupational health aspect focuses on risk assessment, injury prevention, worker-job fit evaluation, and supporting workers' return-to-work transitions within a full-time weekday schedule.

Job Description: 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. Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

Key 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

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, no weekends, holidays or on-call.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Current license in the state performing services

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: 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 . Job Location: EH North Fargo Clinic Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start/End: / Hours Per Pay Period:Compensation Range: $37.80 - $56.70 / hour Union:FTE: 1 Weekends:Call Obligations:Sign On Bonus:

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