Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapy activities under an occupational therapist's supervision, contributing to patient quality of life and independence.

The role involves documenting progress, adjusting interventions within licensure guidelines, and communicating patient responses to the supervising OT. A Basic Life Support certification is required within six months, and NBCOT certification is preferred for some facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the practicing state.
• NBCOT certification preferred for Sanford Health facilities.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with therapy activities and exercises per treatment plan.
• Monitor and record therapy services and patient progress.
• Communicate patient responses to the occupational therapist and document accordingly.
• Adhere to clinical practice guidelines and state licensure.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in practicing state

NBCOT Certification (preferred for some facilities)

Job description

Sanford Health seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapy activities under an occupational therapist's supervision, contributing to patient quality of life and independence.

The role involves documenting progress, adjusting interventions within licensure guidelines, and communicating patient responses to the supervising OT. A Basic Life Support certification is required within six months, and NBCOT certification is preferred for some facilities.