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Schedule Weekly Hours:
28
You can be an Occupational Therapist anywhere. But not everywhere practices LOVE + MEDICINE. Join our mission as an OT!
What you will work:
What you will do:
What you get:
What you need:
Job Description:
An Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats individuals with disabilities, injuries and disease using appropriate modalities and treatment techniques according to Wisconsin OT Standards of Practice. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team in the areas of education and consultation regarding patient care needs, in accordance with the vision and mission of Gundersen Health System.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Works with patient and family members utilizing evaluations and treatment techniques specific diagnostic categories and/or functional impairment. Provide individualized intervention and education utilizing task analysis based on identified learning needs of the patient to ensure optimal patient care.
2. Responsible for completing documentation within established department standards to enhance effective patient care and proper reimbursement.
3. Complies with department competency list.
4. Interact and practice in collaboration with a variety of professionals and health care consumers. Communicate value of Occupational Therapy Services.
5. Participates in departmental and multidisciplinary review of process, treatment or systems issues for Quality Improvement initiatives.
6. Pursues relevant educational opportunities to maintain or enhance professional knowledge and meet departmental needs.
7. Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.
Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or a health related field
Work Experience:
REQUIRED
No experience required.
DESIRED
1 year experience in related field
License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Occupational Therapist - Wisconsin (OT) Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Age Specific Population Served:
Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)
OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267
Equal Opportunity Employer
Schedule Weekly Hours:
28
You can be an Occupational Therapist anywhere. But not everywhere practices LOVE + MEDICINE. Join our mission as an OT!
What you will work:
- .7 FTE = 28 hours a week
- Monday - Friday, Days
- .4 FTE will be dedicated to La Crosse & .3 FTE will be dedicated to Winona, MN
What you will do:
- Work with a highly dedicated and professional team providing therapy to patients within the outpatient setting in La Crosse and Winona
- Works with patient and family members utilizing evaluations and treatment techniques specific diagnostic categories and/or functional impairment
- Provide individualized intervention and education utilizing task analysis based on identified learning needs of the patient to ensure optimal patient care
What you get:
- An engaged team with a welcoming environment
- A top-rated retirement plan and healthcare benefits and much more
- A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization
What you need:
- Both Wisconsin and MN Occupational Therapist Licenses
- Current Infant-Adult BLS for Health Care Providers from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Preferred hand and lymphedema training
Job Description:
An Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats individuals with disabilities, injuries and disease using appropriate modalities and treatment techniques according to Wisconsin OT Standards of Practice. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team in the areas of education and consultation regarding patient care needs, in accordance with the vision and mission of Gundersen Health System.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Works with patient and family members utilizing evaluations and treatment techniques specific diagnostic categories and/or functional impairment. Provide individualized intervention and education utilizing task analysis based on identified learning needs of the patient to ensure optimal patient care.
2. Responsible for completing documentation within established department standards to enhance effective patient care and proper reimbursement.
3. Complies with department competency list.
4. Interact and practice in collaboration with a variety of professionals and health care consumers. Communicate value of Occupational Therapy Services.
5. Participates in departmental and multidisciplinary review of process, treatment or systems issues for Quality Improvement initiatives.
6. Pursues relevant educational opportunities to maintain or enhance professional knowledge and meet departmental needs.
7. Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.
Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or a health related field
Work Experience:
REQUIRED
No experience required.
DESIRED
1 year experience in related field
License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Occupational Therapist - Wisconsin (OT) Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Age Specific Population Served:
Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)
OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267
Equal Opportunity Employer
