Home Care Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ecumen; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401k with 6% match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a Home Care Occupational Therapy Assistant for a full-time position with weekday hours from 8am-4:30pm in Litchfield, Minnesota. The role involves providing quality care through evaluations and treatment plans for patients with various disabilities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and have a current license. Competitive pay ranges from $30.00 to $35.00 per hour, alongside comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Current license, state certification, or registered as an Occupational Therapist.
• Ability to follow safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret evaluations and test results.
• Develop treatment plans in consultation with physicians.
• Document patient care services in patient records.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Documentation and record keeping

Therapeutic implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Various therapeutic equipment

Job description

Home Care Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full Time - Weekday Hours - 8am-4:30pm

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for facilitating development and rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed occupational therapy.

About Us

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details

Schedule: Full Time weekday Shift 8am-4:30pm

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $30.00 - $35.00 per hour. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits: Team members working full-time are eligible for medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k with 6% match, paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well‑being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Meets the patient's goals and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results. Determines occupational therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
2. Helps patient develop/regain physical functioning or adjust to disabilities by implementing programs involving manual arts and crafts, practice in functional, prevocational, vocational, and homemaking skills, activities of daily living, and sensorimotor, educational, recreational, and social activities.
3. Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity, intelligence level, and interest.
4. Evaluates results of occupational therapy by observing, documenting, and evaluating patient's progress, and recommends and implements adjustments and modifications.
5. Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers. Contributes to patient care conferences.
6. Ensures continuation of therapeutic plan by designing and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs and recommends and/or provides assistive equipment.
7. Documents patient care services by charting in patient record. Provides accurate and detailed record of services rendered for billing purposes.
8. Supervises and develops the occupational therapy staff to maintains professional and technical knowledge.
9. Follows guidelines/requirements set by CMS, federal and state regulations and meeting requirements set by other payors (insurance companies).
10. Manages and maintains individual license/certification renewals and when applicable other professional certifications.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Driving Requirements

Local Travel and Driver's License Required

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field
• Previous experience in the rehabilitation/therapy field
• Current license, state certification, or registered as an Occupational Therapist in good standing
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree
• 2+ years previous experience in home health, hospice or senior care
• Previous supervisory experience

Licenses & Certifications

Occupational Therapy Asst (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.