Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA 2500 Bonus

Cassia Community; Minnesota; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

PTO & 403(b)

Health benefits

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Pro Rehab is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for Maple Lawn Senior Care in Fulda, MN. You will support OT in improving daily living activities and work with a multi‑disciplinary team to enhance patient care.

Must be OTA‑program graduate with MN COTA license; strong anatomy knowledge and English communication required. Competitive pay, benefits, and a $2,500 bonus paid over 18 months are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Associate degree required; MN COTA license active.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Strong English communication, patient‑centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist OT in implementing treatment plans and ADLs.
• Monitor progress and document outcomes per care plan.
• Educate patients and families on techniques and exercises.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for quality care.

Skills

ADL therapy

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in OTA

COTA license MN

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Pro Rehab, an established Rehab company with over 35 years of successful business is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. We are looking for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the team at Maple Lawn Senior Care, in Fulda, MN. Maple Lawn Senior Care is in a rural environment that offers a calmer atmosphere and less stress, allowing you more opportunities to build a full caseload quickly.

As our Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), you will provide hands‑on therapeutic support to help patients improve, regain, and maintain their daily living skills under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Your responsibilities will include implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting outcomes, educating patients and families on therapeutic techniques, and collaborating with healthcare teams to support quality patient care. To be successful, you must have strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.

We offer a competitive wage, benefits, and up to a $2,500 bonus paid out over 18 months or tuition reimbursement.

Position Type: Full‑Time, benefits eligible position with a flexible start and end time

Wage Range: $26 - $32 / hour depending on experience.

Bonus: $2,500

Location: 400 NE 7th St Fulda, MN56131

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistance Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, focusing on improving daily living activities (ADLs).
• Monitor patient progress and document outcomes in accordance with care plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and exercises.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care, utilizing knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and have an Associate’s degree.
• Must possess a current MN Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) License
• Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology
• Ability to provide patient care in inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursing facility settings

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance

About Pro Rehab: Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and Iowa. #Indtherapy

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.