Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Good Samaritan; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Albert Lea, MN, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support therapy services in post-acute and long-term care settings. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, you will implement treatment plans and document patient responses.

This PRN, day-shift role requires state OTA licensure, BLS within six months, and NBCOT certification when applicable. A valid driver's license may be required.

Qualifications

• Education level required per state licensure.
• Licensed as Occupational Therapy Assistant in applicable states.
• NBCOT certification preferred where Sanford Health facilities operate; comply with state licensing.
• May require a valid driver’s license.
• BLS certification within six months of employment.
• EEO/AA Employer; drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises under OT supervision.
• Provide, monitor and record therapy services for various impairments.
• Select and modify therapeutic activities aligned with goals and competency.
• Document patient responses and communicate progress to OT.
• Contribute to outcome achievement and adhere to clinical guidelines.

Education

OT Assistant degree or equivalent

Tools

NBCOT Certification

Driver's License

BLS Certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: Gss Mn Albert Lea Ctr

Location: Albert Lea, MN

Address: 75507 240th St, Albert Lea, MN 56007, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50

Job 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. 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 makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested. Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with 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 as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.


• When applicable, may require valid driver's license.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.


• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.


• Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0275910

Job Function: Allied Health

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