Home Care Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ecumen; Litchfield, Northern (MN, KY); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401k with 6% match

PTO Sick & Safe time

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a Home Care Occupational Therapy Assistant in Litchfield, MN. This full-time weekday role offers 8am-4:30pm hours and $30.00-$35.00 per hour. The OTA will support occupational therapy services in patients' homes, coordinating with the care team to plan and administer prescribed therapies.

Responsibilities include assessments, therapy planning, patient education, and discharge planning. Ecumen emphasizes long-term care excellence and patient-centered outcomes in a faith-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Current license, state certification, or registered as an Occupational Therapist in good standing.
• Valid driver's 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.

Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret evaluations and test results to determine OT treatment plans.
• Help patients develop or regain functional abilities through therapy activities.
• Promote independence by tailoring therapies to patient capacity and interests.
• Document patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Discharge planning and collaboration with care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety policy compliance

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Home Care Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Category: Therapy

Requisition Number: HOMEC010715

• Posted : September 4, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Ecumen Home Care - Litchfield
Litchfield, MN 55355, USA

• Travel Required : Yes

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 - $35.00per 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, mileage reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/ .

• 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.
• 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.
• Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity, intelligence level, and interest.
• Evaluates results of occupational therapy by observing, documenting, and evaluating patient's progress, and recommends and implements adjustments and modifications.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers. Contributes to patient care conferences.
• Ensures continuation of therapeutic plan by designing and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs and recommends and/or provides assistive equipment.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient record. Provides accurate and detailed record of services rendered for billing purposes.
• Supervises and develops the occupational therapy staff to maintains professional and technical knowledge.
• Follows guidelines/requirements set by CMS, federal and state regulations and meeting requirements set by other payors (insurance companies).
• Manages and maintains individual license/certification renewals and when applicable other professional certifications.
• 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

Travel Required

Yes .

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Occupational Therapy Asst

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