At LifeCare, we believe it is a privilege to serve the health care needs of the people of northern Minnesota, and we take pride in saying we have stayed current with the advances of modern medicine. Our surgery department performs nearly 500 surgeries per year, and our Special Care Unit includes the latest in patient-monitoring equipment. Our full line of on-site diagnostic services includes ultrasound, MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, and x-ray capabilities, plus a complete lab that allows our physicians access to fast, accurate test results. Our rehabilitation services department provides physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy at several locations throughout the county. Endoscopic procedures, a successful cardiac rehab program, and a top-or-the-line ambulance service are just a few more examples of our commitment to keeping technology at the forefront of care. We take pride in keeping our facilities modern. Our birthing center, where approximately 200 babies are born each year, has a warm home-like atmosphere. At LifeCare most of our hospital patients enjoy private rooms. We are also extremely proud of our behavior health, long term care, home care, hospice and all of the other services that we provide right here close to home for the people of our community.

LifeCare Medical Center, the employer of choice, has a dynamic
opportunity for the right individual as an Occupational Therapist.  This fulltime position performs and analyzes
tests and measurements of disabilities resulting from disease and injury. The
ideal candidate is detail orientated, self-motivated and proficient to perform
the testing required for analysis. Apply today for this exciting front-line position,
close connection to our patients and residents. 

 Essential Functions:

• Properly evaluates
  patients and plans therapy programs consistent with standard procedures.

• Applies proper
  diagnostic and prognostic tests to determine functional ability level of
  development.

• Treats patients using a
  prescribed treatment plan and treatment procedures consistent with doctor's
  orders and policy and procedure.

• Correctly determines
  need for and constructs supportive, protective and/or adaptive devices and equipment.
  

• Provides individuals
  with available sources to obtain
  therapeutic equipment.

• Cares for patients
  according to growth and development. Neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults
  and geriatrics.

• Assists in
  developing new programs of patient treatment.

Preferred requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in
  Occupational Therapy from accredited institution

offering this
specialty.

• Must be eligible for
  certification by the American Occupational Therapy Association.

• MN License.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.