Occupational Therapist - Mental Health
Listed compensation
$78K - $117K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Therapists are responsible for the application of current knowledge, theory, evidence and sound clinical judgment in patient management. The therapist works closely with the patient, family and other members of an interdisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective individualized patient care.
Therapists also serve as advocates and promoters of health, wellness, and fitness to all stakeholders. They serve as educators and mentors for therapy students, peers and other medical professionals. The occupational therapist assists with department and program planning.
Mental Health Occupational Therapists are responsible for the application of current knowledge, theory, evidence and sound clinical judgment in patient management.
The therapist works closely with the patient, family and other members of an interdisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective individualized patient care. Therapists also serve as advocates and promoters of health and wellness to all stakeholders.
They serve as educators and mentors for therapy students, peers and other medical professionals. The mental health occupational therapists also assist with program planning.
The primary duty of this therapist will be working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with one of the largest psychiatric treatment groups in the United States.
The therapist will treat patients both individually and in groups in the following inpatient units: Psychiatric Acute Care Unit, Medical and Geriatric Psychiatry Unit, Mood Disorder Unit, and the Child, and the Adolescent and Family Treatment Unit.
Based on program needs, and staff desire, training may also occur in The Adult and Pediatric Pain Rehabilitation Centers and the John E. Herman Home and Treatment Facility. Support for the general acute clients (physical disabilities) in St. Marys Hospital will occur during weekend rotations.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.
Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.
Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist provides individualized patient care in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, treating patients both individually and in groups. They also serve as educators, mentors, and advocates for health and wellness while assisting with program planning.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy program and hold NBCOT certification as an OTR. Licensure in the state of Minnesota is required, with a preference for board certification or an advanced degree.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 50% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - Mental Health at Mayo Clinic a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,384 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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