Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Location: Altru Clinic, 1001 7th St. NE, Devils Lake, ND 58301

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 occupational 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.

Requirements

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy) – required prior to start date.
• Current state-issued driver’s license with acceptable driving record – required prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association) – required within 90 days of start date.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy – required.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related experience – preferred.

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%)

• 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: Primarily indoors (67-100%)
• Driving Requirement: Frequent Driver (drive daily or almost daily)

Pay

Pay Range: $24.02 - $36.03 per hour

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
• Comprehensive health plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Education assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)