Weekends Only Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Mytcp; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, focusing on weekend work. This role is pivotal in enhancing patients' daily living skills through tailored therapeutic services. You will collaborate with licensed Occupational Therapists to implement individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and educate families on recovery strategies. Ideal for those seeking supplemental work, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact in various settings, including skilled nursing facilities and home health environments. Embrace this opportunity to provide compassionate care and contribute to the well-being of individuals in need.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement between clients

Qualifications

• Knowledge of occupational health practices and principles.
• Strong understanding of anatomy relevant to therapy practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises and activities.

Skills

occupational health

acute care

anatomy

home care

medical terminology

home health

geriatrics

Job description

Weekends Only Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Minneapolis, United States | Posted on 04/30/2025

Job Title: Per Diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Weekends Only)

Schedule: Saturdays AND Sundays (can be every other)

Mileage reimbursement between clients!

Overview

Are you looking for supplemental or weekend-only work? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our healthcare team. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic services that help patients improve their ability to perform daily activities. This role is essential in promoting the health and well-being of individuals across various settings, including skilled nursing facilities, clinics, and home health environments.

Duties

• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises and activities aimed at improving mobility, strength, and coordination.
• Monitor patient progress and report any changes or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on treatment plans and home exercises to facilitate recovery.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities and progress notes in compliance with facility policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Uphold safety standards and infection control protocols within the clinical environment.

Skills

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of required and desirable skills, including:

• Knowledge of occupational health practices and principles.
• Experience in acute care settings.
• Strong understanding of anatomy relevant to therapy practices.
• Familiarity with home care operations.
• Understanding of medical terminology for effective communication within healthcare teams.
• Experience in home health services, providing therapy in patients' residences.
• Knowledge of geriatrics, focusing on the unique needs of older adults.

Join our team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve through compassionate care and professional expertise.