Occupational Therapist
Devils Lake, North Dakota
Altru Clinic

Occupational Therapist

Location: Devils Lake, North Dakota
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 5x8 (40 hours per week)

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating patients in compliance with licensure standards. This role involves working with an interdisciplinary team to develop patient goals, care plans, and identify barriers to discharge. The therapist provides patient-centered care and educates patients and families on treatment procedures, assistive devices, home programs, and other health-related topics.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and treatment methods tailored to patient age, diagnosis, symptoms, and physician orders.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and patient progress according to chart and review standards.
• Educate and support patients and families regarding therapy procedures and health management.
• Coordinate treatment schedules with other disciplines.
• Monitor program effectiveness and develop new programs as needed.
• Conduct pain assessments and take appropriate actions per standard procedures.
• Obtain and document all required patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and document discharge plans.
• Identify significant changes in patient condition and respond appropriately through reporting and consultations.
• Provide clinical supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) in accordance with state licensure and care standards.
• Perform other duties as needed to support department and organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in North Dakota
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Occupational Therapy experience within the last year
• Experience in an inpatient setting
• Experience in an outpatient setting

Additional Information

• This position requires 40 hours per week on a 5-day, 8-hour shift schedule.
• Prior travel experience is not specified as a requirement.