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Occupational Therapist - Rural Services (Casual) - Ada, MN

Essentia Health·Ada, Minnesota

$35 - $52/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Evaluates and implements individualized care plans for patients following professional occupational therapy standards. Manages a full caseload including administrative duties, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team.

Building location

Ada Clinic - Bridges Med Center

Department

3033810 occupational therapy - Ada hosp

Job description

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

Education qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
  • Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
  • Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
  • Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
  • Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
  • Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
  • Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
  • May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Rural Healthcare

  • Provide patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, home health, and skilled nursing facilities.
  • Deliver high quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.

This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs. Shifts to pick up will generally be daytime hours during the week. Hours will vary based on open shifts.

Licensure/Certification qualifications

  • Current state licensure as Occupational Therapist.
  • Ada, MN: Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer.

Organizational Highlights

  • Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
  • An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills
  • Reimbursement for licensure expenses
  • A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists
  • Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
  • Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF
  • *Must meet minimum FTE requirements

FTE: 0

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift start time

Shift end time

Weekends

Holidays

No

Call obligation

No

UNION

Union posting deadline

Compensation Range

$34.96 - $52.44

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Must hold current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist and meet driving requirements for the Ada, MN area.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Patient Education
  • Staff Supervision
  • Treatment Planning
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Billing
  • Evidence-Based Interventions
  • Discharge Planning
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Scheduling Management
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Rural Healthcare
  • Therapy Evaluation

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$35 - $52/hr
Location
Ada, Minnesota
Posted
Jun 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Essentia Health

Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced...

Salary listed on 446 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Rural OT roles in Minnesota stay competitive

Occupational therapy roles in rural Minnesota often draw steady interest because they support patients across schools, clinics, and community settings, and this casual rural-services position adds local driving requirements for the Ada area. Candidates are usually compared on licensure, accredited OT education, and flexibility for varied caseloads; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting. Before applying, confirm your Minnesota OT license status and driving readiness for the service area.

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