Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Austin/Albert Lea - Full Time

Sanford Health•Austin, MN

1d•$24 - $39

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. 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.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.
Flexible Scheduling & Autonomy Manage your daily schedule and treatment approach while focusing on meaningful, one on one patient care.
One on One Patient Focus Treat patients in their home environment, allowing for individualized, functional, and patient centered therapy.
Competitive Compensation Market competitive pay
Mileage Reimbursement & Technology Support Mileage reimbursement and mobile documentation tools to support efficient, on the go care.
Work Life Balance Enjoy a schedule that allows for flexibility and balance
Clinical Support & Collaboration Work alongside an interdisciplinary team including nursing, home health aides, physical therapy, and speech therapy.
Meaningful Impact Help patients remain safely at home, regain independence, and avoid unnecessary hospitalizations or skilled nursing stays.
Professional Growth Opportunities Ongoing education, clinical mentorship, and opportunities for leadership or program development.
Smaller Caseloads, Purposeful Visits Focus on quality care and measurable progress
Supportive Leadership & Team Culture Be part of a mission driven organization that values clinician input, teamwork, and mutual respect.