Occupational Therapist - Twin Cities Area - Casual/On-Call

Ascend Rehab - Twins Cities Metro (Hopkins, Golden Valley Area)

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Casual | Occupational Therapy

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, with some Sunday shifts available. Shifts are 5-8 hours long. The minimum requirement to stay active is 1-2 shifts per quarter.

Available Shifts:

Flexible

Pay Range: $55.00 per hour

Benefits: Competitive wages, healthcare, dental, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, scholarships, PSLF Eligible Employer, and more.

Required Licensure:

1. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
2. Current Occupational Therapy license in Minnesota (or eligible for licensure)

Do Work That Actually Matters

At Ascend Rehab, you're not just treating patients-you're helping people regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

We're part of Saint Therese, a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization and a Top 200 Workplace, which means our focus is simple: people first, always. No unnecessary red tape. No "productivity over people" culture. Just meaningful care, strong clinical support, and a team that has your back.

The Difference You'll Make

1. Provide high-quality occupational therapy services using approved treatment techniques and sound clinical judgment
2. Deliver therapy services to patients across care settings, which may include skilled nursing, senior living, outpatient, or home care services at Saint Therese locations or partner sites
3. Support patients in improving functional independence, mobility, safety, and quality of life
4. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team
5. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards
6. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and professional practice standards
7. Demonstrate strong clinical decision-making, professionalism, and integrity in patient care
8. Provide compassionate, service-focused care to patients, families, and care partners
9. Independently manage assigned caseload and responsibilities, including float assignments as needed
10. Safely perform job duties that may include lifting, transferring, and assisting patients with mobility needs

Qualifications Required:

Education Required:

1. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
2. Current Occupational Therapy license in Minnesota (or eligible for licensure)

Experience Preferred:

1. Minimum of one year of experience providing occupational therapy services
2. Experience working in skilled nursing, senior living, rehabilitation, or healthcare settings
3. Experience working with geriatric or senior populations

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal regulations
2. Experience working with seniors in a skilled nursing facility preferred
3. Ability to accurately plan and carry out assignments without direct supervision as a float staff
4. Proven history of good judgment, integrity and consideration to others
5. High level of commitment to compassionate customer service
6. Ability to meet physical demands of the position including ability to turn, lift, and carry

The Perks

1. Competitive pay with credit for experience
2. Medical, Dental, Vision (60+ hrs. per pay period)
3. HSA / FSA options
4. Employer-paid Life Insurance (60+ hrs. per pay period)
5. PTO and sick time
6. 403(b) with employer match
7. Tuition discounts and scholarships
8. PSLF Eligible Employer
9. Employee discount program
10. Pet insurance

About Saint Therese

Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization with more than 60 years of experience providing compassionate, person-centered care. We serve communities in Minnesota, Michigan, and Ohio and provide home care, outpatient therapy, and wellness services throughout the Twin Cities.

If you are ready to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, we would love to meet you. Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss next steps.

Ascend/Saint Therese is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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