Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Want a career where your work truly changes lives? Glacial Ridge Health System is seeking a full-time COTA to join our Therapy Services team in Glenwood, MN, and grow your career in a supportive environment. In this role, you’ll help patients of all ages as they work toward greater independence and improved quality of life. With opportunities to provide care in a mix of settings—including hospital, outpatient, long-term care, or home health—you’ll be part of a collaborative, compassionate team dedicated to patient progress. Grow your career in a supportive environment.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs treatment methods appropriate to the diagnosis, age group, and patient’s physical and emotional status as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
  • Follows comprehensive treatment plans to improve functional status of patient.
  • Demonstrates essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols.
  • Applies knowledge of therapeutic techniques throughout the course of treatment and adjusts the treatment plan appropriately as patient status changes within scope of practice.
  • Demonstrates current knowledge of the application of therapeutic techniques as evidenced by documentation, medical records, and observation.
  • Demonstrates creative problem solving when adapting the treatment to special circumstances as evidenced by team feedback and documentation.
  • Abide by state practice act and ensure quality patient care.
  • Communicate discharge planning to supervising Occupational Therapist.
  • Adheres to department policies regarding timeframe, form and content of progress notes and physician communication.
  • Completes daily progress notes that reflect patient’s response to treatment, actual performance, and assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan and eventual discharge needs.
  • Documents clearly, concisely and legibly within established timeframes (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursement).
  • Documents evidence of patients and family/caregiver education when appropriate.
  • Communicates effectively with patient, family, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors and outside contacts.
  • Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient’s level of understanding and motivation as evidenced by chart review, observation, and team feedback.
  • Demonstrates collaboration in communication with team members and is open to feedback and receptive to change as evidenced by team feedback.
  • Gives appropriate instruction and supervision to assistive personnel consistent with program/clinic policy and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintains productivity standards set by department/clinic and makes efficient use of non-billable time, minimizing use of non-billable times.
  • Completes routine administrative responsibilities within established timeframes consistently (e.g. time cards, coverage notes, and charge entry).
  • Participate in select facility committees and serve as departmental liaison.
  • Complies with all appropriate facility education and training.
  • Perform relevant duties as assigned by manager.
  • Provides Home Care as directed by OT.
  • Perform long-term care treatments consistent with OT plan of care, nursing home guidelines and regulations, and participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary communication.
Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited school of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
  • Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of Minnesota.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to read and communicate effectively.
  • Strong written and verbal skills.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Decision-making and problem-solving.
  • Team building.
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and equipment of occupational therapy.
Performance Standards
  • Must adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards.
  • Must adhere to the Keys to Heartfelt Care.
  • Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Schedule

  • Full-Time

What We Offer

  • Pay Range $24.48 – $36.41 per hour.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive and positive work culture.

How to Apply

  • Apply Online
  • Download, print, and mail completed application or resume to Jenna Janu, HR Manager, 10 Fourth Ave SE, Glenwood, MN 56334

GRHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Glacial Ridge Health System

Glacial Ridge Health System is located in Glenwood, Minnesota to provide Heartfelt Care to the surrounding communities, our patients, and our staff. As an independent level IV trauma center and acute stroke-ready hospital, we also provide a wide array of medical services, including clinics, homecare, hospice, and therapy. We’re doing big things at Glacial Ridge and are hiring new team members and medical professionals who are ready to provide heartfelt care!

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