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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant RTS (COTA) (ND/MN)

Altru Health System | Grand Forks, ND

Posted Date 5/16/2025
Description

Location:

Altru Performance Center

1375 S. Columbia Road

Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range: $24.02 - $36.03

Summary:

The Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for the treatment of patients under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist in compliance with licensure standards. The Occupational Therapist Assistant works with an interdisciplinary team contributing to patient goal development and identifying barriers to discharge. The assistant provides patient centered care and assists the Occupational Therapist in planning and organizing the plan of care for the patient.

Essential Job Functions:

* Assists the Occupational Therapist in performing evaluations, assessments and procedures.

* Orients patients, family and/or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of the physical therapy evaluation and treatment. Provides appropriate patient/family education and teaching, under the supervision of a Therapist.

* Obtains and documents appropriately all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plan of care.

* Coordinates treatment schedules with disciplines using appropriate scheduling procedures.

* Identifies significant changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate actions, as evidenced in reporting, staffing consultations and documentation.

* Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Additional Information

Certification: * Occupational Therapy Assistant - Certified | Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy Practice | Prior to Start Date |HR Primary Sources * Occupational Therapy Assistant - Certified | North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources * Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System * Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Education: • Required: Associates - Occupational Therapy Work Experience: • Preferred: A minimum of 1 year Related Experience Physical Demands : • Sit: Frequently (34-66%) • Stand: Frequently (34-66%) • Walk: Frequently (34-66%) • Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%) • Reach: Frequently (34-66%) • Crawl: Occasionally (5-33%) • Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%) • Twist: Frequently (34-66%) • Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%) • See: Continuously (67-100%) • Hear: Continuously (67-100%) Weight Demands: • Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds) • Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds) • Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds) • Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds) Working Conditions: • Indoor: Continuously (67-100%) • Outdoor: Not Applicable • Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable Driving Requirement Definitions: * Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers

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Salary24.02 - 36.03 Hour
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