Plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities.

•    Teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities

•    Studies, evaluates, and records patients' activities and progress

•    Performs a variety of tasks

•    A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required

•    Typically reports to a manager

•    Performs other related duties as assigned

•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

•    Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

•    Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Full Time - Day Shift - 80 Hours Per Pay period - M-F Shifts

Team Highlights:

Kootenai Health provides comprehensive rehabilitation services to help patients achieve their best possible outcomes. Through dedicated service and compassionate care, our team believes rehabilitation services play a vital role for patients in their healthcare journey.

As one of the largest rehabilitation service providers in our region, our patients benefit from a team approach. This means patients are able to complete a full spectrum of treatments, procedures, and consultations from a multidisciplinary team of therapists for an individualized and comprehensive care plan. Learn more about our team and facility: https://www.kh.org/rehabilitation-services/pediatric-therapy/ 

-In addition to seeing Pediatric patients in an outpatient setting, this Occupational Therapist will also have Inpatient shifts with adult patients in an acute care setting.

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

•    Graduate of a nationally accredited school of occupational therapy required

•    Current Occupational Therapy License in the State of Idaho required

 

Working Conditions

•    Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs 

•    Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position 

•    Typical equipment used in a clinical job

 

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We are a proud member of the highly regarded Mayo Clinical Care Network, giving us access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more Robust and interactive employee referral bonus program And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high quality health care system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! Please reach out to Talent Acquisition Consultant Alex Cronnelly at acronnelly@kh.org or call our HR front desk at 208-625-4620 with questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.