Location: Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $34.00 - $51.25Position Highlights Sign-On Bonus! New Grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment. Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment program for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department. What you will do <ul><li>Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients age infant through geriatrics as noted on unit specific guidelines and competencies.</li> <li>Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for the patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations and team members.</li> <li>Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/ treatment program based on on-going evaluations.</li> <li>Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.</li> <li>Plans therapy with in the patient's individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.</li> <li>Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.</li> <li>Communicates effectively with patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient status, progress, and needs.</li> <li>Establishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.</li> <li>Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internship with students affiliating in various universities/colleges.</li> <li>Participates in program development of the department.</li></ul> Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>Occupational Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire </li></ul> Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>1-3 years clinical patient care experience </li></ul> Expectations and Standards <ul><li>Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.</li> <li>Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.</li> <li>Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.</li> <li>Maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.</li> <li>Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.</li></ul> Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.<ul><li>PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.</li><li>Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement</li><li>Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship</li></ul> Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. 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 . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ki8djUkWJbgQ%2bkYEfSB%2fYwy" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

Join our team at Avera St Luke's Hospital, where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of moving health forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department.
- Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients' age from infants through geriatrics as noted on unit-specific guidelines and competencies.
- Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations, and team members.
- Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/treatment programs based on ongoing evaluations.
- Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.
- Plans therapy within the patient's individual physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
- Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other reports.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other disciplinary team members regarding patient status, progress, and needs.
- Establishes rapport and works cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internships with students affiliating from various universities/colleges.
- Participates in program development of the department.

**Requirements**

- Active license in the state of practice upon hire as an Occupational Therapist.
- 1-3 years clinical patient care experience preferred.

**Expectations and Standards**

- Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

**Benefits**

- Sign-on bonus! New grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment.
- Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

Occupational Therapist Inpatient

Location: Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $34.00 - $51.25Position Highlights Sign-On Bonus! New Grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment. Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment program for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department. What you will do <ul><li>Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients age infant through geriatrics as noted on unit specific guidelines and competencies.</li> <li>Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for the patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations and team members.</li> <li>Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/ treatment program based on on-going evaluations.</li> <li>Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.</li> <li>Plans therapy with in the patient's individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.</li> <li>Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.</li> <li>Communicates effectively with patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient status, progress, and needs.</li> <li>Establishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.</li> <li>Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internship with students affiliating in various universities/colleges.</li> <li>Participates in program development of the department.</li></ul> Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>Occupational Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire </li></ul> Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>1-3 years clinical patient care experience </li></ul> Expectations and Standards <ul><li>Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.</li> <li>Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.</li> <li>Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.</li> <li>Maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.</li> <li>Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.</li></ul> Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.<ul><li>PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.</li><li>Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement</li><li>Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship</li></ul> Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. 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 . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?L3%2fOKi5C1zhCBZ7oRofMyQc" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

Join our team at Avera St Luke's Hospital, where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of moving health forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department.
- Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients' age from infants through geriatrics as noted on unit-specific guidelines and competencies.
- Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations, and team members.
- Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/treatment programs based on ongoing evaluations.
- Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.
- Plans therapy within the patient's individual physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
- Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other reports.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other disciplinary team members regarding patient status, progress, and needs.
- Establishes rapport and works cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internships with students affiliating from various universities/colleges.
- Participates in program development of the department.

**Requirements**

- Active license in the state of practice upon hire as an Occupational Therapist.
- 1-3 years clinical patient care experience (preferred).

**Expectations and Standards**

- Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

**Benefits**

- Sign-on bonus! New grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment.
- Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

Location: Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $25.00 - $37.50Position Highlights Eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Provides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed Physical Therapist. Provides care in an effective and competent manner. What you will do <ul><li>Follows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures.</li> <li>Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants.</li> <li>Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician's orders.</li> <li>Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment.</li> <li>Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care.</li> <li>Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies.</li> <li>Charges patient appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.</li> <li>Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include and not be limited to billing, documentation, correspondence and file management.</li> <li>Assists with clinical education of physical therapist assistant students.</li></ul> Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>Physical Therapy Assistant - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire </li></ul> Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>Associate's in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program </li><li>Less than 1 year Related experience and/or training </li></ul> Expectations and Standards <ul><li>Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.</li> <li>Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.</li> <li>Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.</li> <li>Maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.</li> <li>Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.</li></ul> Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.<ul><li>PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.</li><li>Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement</li><li>Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship</li></ul> Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. 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 . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ki8djUkWJbjE0GylcATFVQy" width="0" height="0" />

**Physical Therapy Assistant**

Join our team at Avera St Luke's Hospital, where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of moving health forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

**Job Description**

- Provides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
- Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed Physical Therapist.
- Provides care in an effective and competent manner.
- Follows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures.
- Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants.
- Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician's orders.
- Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment.
- Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care.
- Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies.
- Charges patients appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include billing, documentation, correspondence, and file management.
- Assists with clinical education of physical therapist assistant students.

**Requirements**

- Active license in the state of practice upon hire as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program (preferred).
- Less than 1 year of related experience and/or training (preferred).

**Expectations and Standards**

- Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

**Benefits**

- Eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $37.50, dependent upon experience.

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $34.00 - $51.25Position Highlights Sign-On Bonus! New Grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment. Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment program for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department. What you will do <ul><li>Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients age infant through geriatrics as noted on unit specific guidelines and competencies.</li> <li>Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for the patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations and team members.</li> <li>Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/ treatment program based on on-going evaluations.</li> <li>Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.</li> <li>Plans therapy with in the patient's individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.</li> <li>Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.</li> <li>Communicates effectively with patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient status, progress, and needs.</li> <li>Establishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.</li> <li>Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internship with students affiliating in various universities/colleges.</li> <li>Participates in program development of the department.</li></ul> Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>Occupational Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire </li></ul> Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>1-3 years clinical patient care experience </li></ul> Expectations and Standards <ul><li>Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.</li> <li>Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.</li> <li>Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.</li> <li>Maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.</li> <li>Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.</li></ul> Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.<ul><li>PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.</li><li>Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement</li><li>Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship</li></ul> Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. 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 . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?YOS8w84pdjzNq%2fHGc2Z%2bvga" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

Join our team at Avera St Luke's Hospital, where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of moving health forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department.
- Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients' age from infant through geriatrics as noted on unit-specific guidelines and competencies.
- Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations, and team members.
- Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/treatment programs based on ongoing evaluations.
- Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.
- Plans therapy within the patient's individual physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
- Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other reports.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members regarding patient status, progress, and needs.
- Establishes rapport and works cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internships with students affiliating from various universities/colleges.
- Participates in program development of the department.

**Requirements**

- Active license in the state of practice upon hire as an Occupational Therapist.
- 1-3 years clinical patient care experience preferred.

**Benefits**

- Sign-on bonus! New grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment.
- Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

**Community Overview**

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet the needs of today and into the future.

Location: Avera St Luke's HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $34.00 - $51.25Position Highlights Sign-On Bonus! New Grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment. Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment program for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department. What you will do <ul><li>Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients age infant through geriatrics as noted on unit specific guidelines and competencies.</li> <li>Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for the patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations and team members.</li> <li>Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/ treatment program based on on-going evaluations.</li> <li>Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.</li> <li>Plans therapy with in the patient's individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.</li> <li>Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.</li> <li>Communicates effectively with patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient status, progress, and needs.</li> <li>Establishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.</li> <li>Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internship with students affiliating in various universities/colleges.</li> <li>Participates in program development of the department.</li></ul> Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>Occupational Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire </li></ul> Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: <ul><li>1-3 years clinical patient care experience </li></ul> Expectations and Standards <ul><li>Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.</li> <li>Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.</li> <li>Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.</li> <li>Maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.</li> <li>Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.</li></ul> Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.<ul><li>PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.</li><li>Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement</li><li>Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship</li></ul> Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. 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 . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?L3%2fOKi5C1zii2bwCHWUZOQc" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

Join our team at Avera St Luke's Hospital, where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of moving health forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of occupational therapy services that focus on conditions and health diagnosis, implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy and established objectives of the department.
- Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patients' age from infant through geriatrics as noted on unit-specific guidelines and competencies.
- Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for patients needing services. Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observations, and team members.
- Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establishes and modifies intervention goals and strategies for patients/treatment programs based on ongoing evaluations.
- Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.
- Plans therapy within the patient's individual physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
- Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other reports.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members regarding patient status, progress, and needs.
- Establishes rapport and works cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc. Shares new knowledge with co-workers. Evaluates and monitors clinical internships with students affiliating from various universities/colleges.
- Participates in program development of the department.

**Requirements**

- Active license in the state of practice upon hire as an Occupational Therapist.
- 1-3 years clinical patient care experience preferred.

**Expectations and Standards**

- Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

**Benefits**

- Sign-on bonus! New grads may be eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus or $15,000 with a 3-year commitment.
- Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.