Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Home Health | Part Time or Casual
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Perham Health
Perham, MN, US
Summary
Provide skilled occupational therapy services to home health patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, educating caregivers on adaptive techniques, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Perham Living - Perham, MN, Position Type: Casual/PRN, Salary Range: $23.00 - $31.70Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Making an Impact - Our Commitment, Your Opportunity!
At Perham Health, our success is rooted in the strength of our team. We've cultivated a collaborative workplace centered on excellence, compassion, integrity, and respect. Here, you'll discover avenues for personal and professional growth, surrounded by a dedicated and supportive team committed to making a meaningful impact. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to enhance your overall well-being.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Position Details
Provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, following the established plan of care. Helps patients improve independence, safety, and functional performance in daily activities while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide occupational therapy interventions in the home health setting as delegated by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Document patient treatments, progress, and responses accurately and in a timely manner according to regulatory and organizational standards.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive techniques, equipment use, and safety to support independence.
Communicate patient progress and collaborate with the Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary care team to coordinate care.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support the development of safe, effective therapy services.
Foster positive patient and family relationships through professional, compassionate, and respectful care.
Maintain compliance with all applicable state regulations, professional standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.
Participate in community outreach and health promotion activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Offer
Must be licensed or be eligible for licensure as a COTA in the state of Minnesota
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance; ability to travel in all weather conditions
Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Pass a background study through the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Work Schedule
Day Shift - 8am-4:30pm
32 hours a pay period or Casual
What We Offer
People join Perham Health for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. Perham Health offers a healthy work environment that promotes quality in ourselves and those we provide care to. We offer health, dental, and vision insurances, paid time off, retirement plan options, life insurance, long-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), scholarship opportunities, funeral/jury duty/military leave, and more.
Fuel Your Future at Perham Health - Apply Now!
Perham Health is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. Reasonable accommodation to access job openings or to apply for a job are available. If you need assistance applying, please call 218-347-1311. Perham Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
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