Full time Temp Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)- St. Paul

About the role

Odom Rehab, a division of Odom Health and Wellness, is an emerging leader in innovative senior rehabilitation, providing top‑quality outpatient rehab services within assisted living facilities. Therapists work in a dynamic, rapidly growing environment that offers ample personal and professional growth opportunities, grounded in a culture of clinical excellence, fun, flexibility, and teamwork. This temporary, full‑time position is expected to last 4‑5 months. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will deliver outpatient occupational therapy services in an ethical and professional manner, following each state’s specific guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services.
• Treat patients in accordance with state guidelines.
• Follow appropriate Plans of Care (POC) for patients, outlining the path to achieve goals; collaborate with the overseeing OT to reassess periodically and keep goals relevant.
• Collaborate with the overseeing occupational therapist on the established POC.
• Document patient treatment daily based on established and accepted practice guidelines.
• Submit appropriate charges daily for occupational therapy services provided.
• Communicate regularly with physicians and medical staff regarding patients’ current status or changes in status.
• Assist in developing and updating Odom Rehab treatment protocols as needed.
• Actively participate in Odom Rehab staff meetings.
• Track and complete Continuing Education Credits.
• Actively promote and uphold OHW’s Mission: empowering the community toward independent and healthy living.
• Consistently demonstrate Odom’s Core Values: Servant Heart, Exceptional Quality, People First, Continuous Improvement, Empathy & Integrity.
• Comply with all OHW policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Comply with HIPAA regulations; treat client information as confidential; use protected health information (PHI) on a minimum‑necessary basis.
• Understand and comply with OHW’s Employee Handbook.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• One (1) year of experience as a COTA (preferred).
• Recent/previous work experience in a primary health care setting (preferred).

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Computer skills required.
• Demonstrates a high level of personal and professional accountability and responsibility.
• Self‑directed and performs duties independently.
• Ability to problem solve and apply critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality.

Skills

• Computer proficiency.
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Accountability and self‑direction.
• Confidentiality maintenance.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle (for mandatory administrative driving duties).

Schedule

Temporary, full‑time position anticipated for a 4‑5 month duration.