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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

BETHESDA HEALTH AND HOUSING·Willmar, Minnesota

$28 - $32/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Support patient evaluations and implement treatment plans under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist. Coordinate with the rehabilitation team to optimize patient physical abilities and maintain all required clinical documentation.

Bethesda

Certified occupational therapist assistant

Job Description

Job Summary

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist, you will support the patient evaluation, treatment, development of care plans, and the completion of all required documentation and communication. Follows established physical therapy standards, as well as all Bethesda’s policies, procedures, and state regulations.

Job Relationships • Reports to

Director of Rehabilitation

Internal: SNF Administrator, Home Health and Hospice Director, Director of Nursing, Social Services, Human Resources, Accounts Payable, Billing.

External: Physicians, Medical Director, MDH personnel, CMS surveyors, hospital discharge planners, referral sources, patients and families, and the general community.

Hours of Work

Full-time, Monday through Friday.

Dress Code: Clean, fitted scrubs in solid colors or simple patterns

Essential Requirements of Work

(Minimum qualifications necessary to function at full productivity.)

1.

Education

1. Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program and licensed in the state of MN.

2.

Experience

1. One to three years of prior experience in a rehabilitation setting, such as acute care, inpatient rehab, outpatient clinics, SNFS, long-term care, assisted living, memory care, or home health. 2. Knowledge of State and Federal regulations.

3.

Personal

1. Highly developed communication skills, both oral and written.. 2. Self-motivated with strong attention to detail. 3. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. 4. Ability to adapt to various work settings and changing priorities. 5. Ability to work varying hours, including weekends and holidays.

4. Job Responsibilities

  • 1.
  • Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimizes the physical abilities and skills of patients by assisting in the performance of the following activities: assisting in the screening of residents/clients; implementing treatment for assigned residents/clients; delivering treatment to achieve identified objectives according to the established treatment plan; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating resident/client status and needs to the resident/client, the residents/clients family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate.
  • 2.
  • Assists in the selection of Occupational Therapy techniques/media and in the sequence of activities, adapts techniques/media as indicated by resident performance and following consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
  • No major modification to the treatment plan is made without prior consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
  • 3.
  • Assists in establishing and modifying individual resident/client schedules in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist and other team members.
  • 4.
  • Assists the Occupational Therapist in identifying a problem list, long-term goals, short-term goals, and a treatment plan.
  • 5.
  • Monitors patient’s response to intervention and consults with Occupational Therapist if modification is indicated.
  • 6.
  • Adapts treatment under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to meet the individual needs of the resident/client.
  • 7.
  • Participates in resident/client, family, and staff education.
  • 8.
  • Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient.
  • 9.
  • Adheres to facility policies and procedures regarding documentation of occupational therapy services.
  • 10.
  • Provides in-service education to the members of the resident/client care team and to members of the community.
  • 11.
  • Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
  • 12.
  • Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures, and efficiency standards.
  • 13.
  • Follows universal precautions, facility infection control guidelines, sanitation and safety standards of practice in all work and activities.
  • 14.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands of the Job

1. Standing and walking required for extended periods. 2. Occasional kneeling, stooping, squatting, twisting, and bending. 3. Sitting required for documentation, administrative, and computer-based tasks.

Professional and Personal Growth

1.

Report for and leave the work area on a timely basis.

2.

Participate in the annual performance evaluation process.

3.

Participate in all required in-service programs at Bethesda.

4.

Maintain professional conduct and a positive, collaborative attitude toward staff, patients, and visitors.

5.

Be willing to learn and adapt to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$28 - $32/hr
Location
Willmar, Minnesota
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

BETHESDA HEALTH AND HOUSING

Bethesda Home is a Christian community dedicated to provide the highest quality care in the name of Christ for the retired, frail and elderly with emphases on: Health care and nutrition Physical fitness Spiritual well-being Emotional stability A comfortable living environment...

Salary listed on 7 jobs
IndustryNursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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Minnesota allied-health employers often look for licensed physical therapists with solid clinical experience, so demand can be steady but competition is strongest for candidates who already meet state licensure and experience thresholds. These roles are competitive because employers value accredited training, a valid Minnesota Physical Therapy Board license, and hands-on practice in patient care settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your license status and highlight your full-time experience clearly before applying.

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