Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Austin/Albert Lea - Full Time

Sanford Health; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Austin, Minnesota. The role involves assisting patients with therapy activities to enhance their quality of life and independence, while working collaboratively with occupational therapists. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a generous sign-on bonus, alongside opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexibility with schedule

Competitive benefits package

Med Bridge paid for by the company

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• BLS certification required within six months of employment.
• Preference for NBCOT certification, especially in Sanford Health Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with therapy activities under occupational therapist supervision.
• Monitors and records therapy services for patients with various impairments.
• Collaborates with occupational therapists regarding patient responses.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant License

BLS Certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Austin/Albert Lea - Full Time

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Salary Range: $22.50 - $36.00 + $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Union Position: No

Department Details: Supportive Manager, great team atmosphere, Med Bridge paid for by the company. Flexibility with schedule, and a competitive benefits package.

Summary: Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.

Job Description: Provides, monitors, and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental, and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices, and procedures. Selects, implements, and modifies therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient/resident/client goals, and practice setting or state licensure requirements. Collaborates with occupational therapists by exchanging information and providing documentation about patient responses and communication during interventions. Responsible for understanding targeted occupational therapy outcomes and documenting related progress. Adheres to clinical practice guidelines of professional organizations. Performs other related duties as needed.

Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on post-acute, long-term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications: Appropriate education level required per state licensure. Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice. When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified by the NBCOT. Must conform to supervision and licensing standards of the state(s). Valid driver’s license may be required. BLS certification required within six months of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or email [e-mail].

About the company

Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the US, is dedicated to healthcare, genomic medicine, senior care, global clinics, research, and affordable insurance.

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