Occupational Therapist
Jamestown, North Dakota
Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Jamestown, North Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
Days Off: Saturday and Sunday

Job Summary

• Assess, plan, develop, and implement occupational therapy programs for patients of all ages (pediatrics to geriatrics) to facilitate rehabilitation of physical or mental disabilities.
• Direct patient participation in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance and promote health.
• Evaluate physical, psychological, cognitive, and social needs, including for Swingbed patients.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team members to tailor programs to patient needs and capabilities.
• Teach skills and techniques for self-care and independence; monitor patient progress and adapt programs accordingly.
• Perform work site ergonomic analyses and provide recommendations.
• Design, fabricate, and fit adaptive devices such as splints and braces.
• Provide therapy services for home health and contracted facilities.
• Train medical and nursing personnel in occupational therapy techniques.
• Maintain records and reports of patient progress.

Required Qualifications

• M.S. or B.S. Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensure eligibility in North Dakota and current registration by NBCOT.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• CPR certification to be completed every other year.
• At least 1 year of work experience as an occupational therapist is desirable but not required.

Skills and Abilities

• High analytical ability for ongoing patient assessment and treatment plan adjustments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; must maintain courteous and tactful relationships with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Responsible for supervising Rehab Aides, Students, Rehab Secretary/Aide, and COTA as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure the physical and emotional welfare of patients and staff.
• Good general health and ability to communicate clearly in English.

Additional Information

• 8 hours of non-billable orientation required.
• Local placements accepted.