18 Occupational Therapist jobs in St. Peter

**It's more than a career, it's a calling**
WI-St. Agnes Hospital
**Worker Type:**
Regular
**Job Highlights:**
**Location:** Fond du Lac, WI
**Department:** Outpatient Clinic
We are seeking a dedicated and patient-focused **Occupational Therapist (OT)** to join our outpatient team in Fond du Lac, WI. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a clinician who values personalized, evidence-based care and enjoys working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
**Position Details:**
+ **Schedule:** Part-time | Day Shift | 20 hours per week
+ **Starting Pay:** $34.10+/hour _(Offers are based on years of experience and internal equity for this role)_
+ **Sign-On Bonus:** Available for qualified external candidates
**What We're Looking For:**
+ Current Occupational Therapist licensure in the state of Wisconsin
+ Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
+ Experience in outpatient rehabilitation preferred
+ Passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
**Why Join Us?**
+ Work in a supportive, team-based outpatient clinic
+ Collaborate with experienced physical, occupational, and speech therapists
+ Access to continuing education, mentoring, and professional development
+ Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in care
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients and grow your career in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.
**Job Summary:**
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.
**Job Responsibilities and Requirements:**
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Assesses patient 's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
+ Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
+ Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
+ Oversees the care provided by designated individuals according to established regulations and practice standards.
+ Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
+ Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, or related area as required to obtain licensure in state of practice
EXPERIENCE
+ No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
+ Constant standing.
+ Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
+ Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
+ Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
+ Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
+ Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
+ Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
+ Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
+ Occasional lifting/moving patients.
+ Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
+ Occasional driving.
+ Rare crawling.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
State of Work Location: Illinois
+ Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri
+ Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
+ Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
+ Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
**Work Shift:**
Day Shift (United States of America)
**Job Type:**
Employee
**Department:**
450200038 Therapies Occ OP
**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**
20
**Benefits:**
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
+ **Paid Parental Leave** **:** we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
+ **Flexible Payment Options:** our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
+ **Upfront Tuition Coverage** : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Explore All Benefits ( Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,_ _pregnancy, veteran status_ **_,_** _or any other characteristic protected by applicable law._ Click here to learn more. (

**It's more than a career, it's a calling**
WI-Agnesian Health Plaza Bldg A
**Worker Type:**
Regular
**Job Highlights:**
**Location:** Fond du Lac, WI
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate **Occupational Therapist - Hand Specialist** to join our team in Fond du Lac, WI. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a clinician with a passion for upper extremity rehabilitation and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
**Position Details:**
+ **Schedule:** Part-time | Day Shift | 16 hours per week _(Specific schedule to be determined based on department needs)_
+ **Starting Pay:** $41.45+/hour _(Offers are based on years of experience and internal equity for this role)_
**What We're Looking For:**
+ Current Occupational Therapist licensure in the state of Wisconsin
+ Specialized experience or certification in hand therapy preferred
+ Strong clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
+ Excellent communication and documentation skills
If you're passionate about helping patients regain function and independence through expert hand therapy, we encourage you to apply.
**Job Summary:**
Performs initial evaluations, develops treatment plans and sets appropriate goals to assist patients in achieving their maximum functional level.
**Job Responsibilities and Requirements:**
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Administers and evaluates tests of musculoskeletal, neurological and physiological responses to determine functioning.
+ Develops appropriate treatment plans based on an patient evaluation.
+ Designs and fabricates orthotics and adaptive equipment. Initiates and performs treatments through the use of exercise, manual therapy, physical agents and rehabilitation.
+ Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting.
+ Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
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EDUCATION
+ Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy, or related area as required to obtain licensure in state of practice
EXPERIENCE
+ Three years' experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
+ Constant standing.
+ Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
+ Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
+ Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
+ Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
+ Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
+ Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
+ Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
+ Occasional lifting/moving patients.
+ Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
+ Occasional driving.
+ Rare crawling.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
State of Work Location: Illinois
+ Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
+ And
+ Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Hand Therapy Certification Commission
State of Work Location: Missouri
+ Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
+ And
+ Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Hand Therapy Certification Commission
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
+ Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
+ And
+ Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Hand Therapy Certification Commission
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
+ Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
+ And
+ Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Hand Therapy Certification Commission
**Work Shift:**
Day Shift (United States of America)
**Job Type:**
Employee
**Department:**
450800038 HAND CLINIC
**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**
16
**Benefits:**
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
+ **Paid Parental Leave** **:** we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
+ **Flexible Payment Options:** our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
+ **Upfront Tuition Coverage** : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Explore All Benefits ( Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,_ _pregnancy, veteran status_ **_,_** _or any other characteristic protected by applicable law._ Click here to learn more. (

Occupational Therapist - Home Health

Join our team as a dedicated Occupational Therapist in Home Health, where you will help patients regain independence and improve their ability to perform daily activities in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients’ functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans to address self-care, mobility, and safety needs.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients’ ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment, home modifications, and strategies to enhance independence.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support patient goals.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.

Work Environment:

• The role is based in patients’ homes, requiring travel within the community and adaptability to various home settings.
• This position requires creativity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting patients and families.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary with opportunities for career advancement within home health or rehabilitation specialties.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Support for continuing education programs to maintain licensure and enhance expertise in home health occupational therapy.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Your dedication to helping patients achieve independence at home is valued here. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

Occupational Therapist - Home Health

Join our team as a dedicated Occupational Therapist in Home Health, where you will help patients regain independence and improve their ability to perform daily activities in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients’ functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans to address self-care, mobility, and safety needs.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients’ ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment, home modifications, and strategies to enhance independence.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support patient goals.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.

Work Environment:

• The role is based in patients’ homes, requiring travel within the community and adaptability to various home settings.
• This position requires creativity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting patients and families.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary with opportunities for career advancement within home health or rehabilitation specialties.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Support for continuing education programs to maintain licensure and enhance expertise in home health occupational therapy.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Your dedication to helping patients achieve independence at home is valued here. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Saint Peter, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:Occupational Therapist
• Discipline:Therapy
• Start Date:07/21/2025
• Duration:13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:8 hours, days
• Employment Type:Travel

Job Description

As an occupational therapist, you'll help individuals with the skills needed for life's daily activities. Working in a hospital, home health, nursing facility, rehab center, school or healthcare environment, you'll review medical histories, develop and implement occupational therapy treatment plans, recommend equipment, monitor patient progress and more. You'll play a critical role in helping patients who are ill, injured or disabled regain quality of life.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent experience in relevant setting and specialty
• Degree in relevant field
• BLS Certification (AHA)
• Current state license

Benefits The benefits of taking a travel allied job withCross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1124034. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT Occupational Therapist.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

**Careers With Purpose**
**Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.**
**Facility:** GSS MN St Peter Hm Care
**Location:** Saint Peter, MN
**Address:** 600 South 5th Street Suite 211 Saint Peter, MN 56082
**Shift:** Varies
**Job Schedule:** PRN
**Weekly Hours:** Varies
**Salary Range:** $32.50 - $52.00
**Department Details**
Flexibility, set your own schedule
PRN coverage Thursday-Monday
**Job Summary**
Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client's/patient's/resident's occupations of life. The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.
May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, family members, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.
Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
In the state of South Dakota and Iowa, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.
**Benefits**
The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .
The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1- or send an email to .
The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0201218
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS MN St Peter Hm Care
Location: Saint Peter, MN
Address: 600 South 5th Street Suite 211 Saint Peter, MN 56082
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 30.00
Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Job Summary

Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client’s/patient’s/resident's occupations of life. The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, family members, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

In the state of South Dakota and Iowa, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1- or send an email to .

The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0209336
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS MN St Peter Hm Care
Location: Saint Peter, MN
Address: 600 South 5th Street Suite 211 Saint Peter, MN 56082
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 30.00
Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Job Summary

Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client’s/patient’s/resident's occupations of life. The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, family members, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

In the state of South Dakota and Iowa, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1- or send an email to .

The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0209336
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No

**Careers With Purpose**
**Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.**
**Facility:** GSS MN St Peter Hm Care
**Location:** Saint Peter, MN
**Address:** 600 South 5th Street Suite 211 Saint Peter, MN 56082
**Shift:** Day
**Job Schedule:** Full time
**Weekly Hours:** 30.00
**Salary Range:** $32.50 - $52.00
**Job Summary**
Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client's/patient's/resident's occupations of life. The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.
May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, family members, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.
Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
In the state of South Dakota and Iowa, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.
**Benefits**
The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .
The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1- or send an email to .
The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0209336
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No