Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Cota) | Home Health | Casual

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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
• Casual or Roster Status

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.

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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.