Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, PRN

Sanford Health

. Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan under the supervision of an occupational therapist .

Posted 9/22/2026part-timeAlbert Lea • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $39 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing and modifying therapeutic activities under the supervision of an occupational therapist, while adhering to state licensure requirements and clinical practice guidelines. Proficient in monitoring and documenting patient progress and outcomes in various care settings.

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Licensed Occupational Therapy AssistantTherapeutic Activity ImplementationPatient Documentation and MonitoringBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationKnowledge of Clinical Practice Guidelines

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Hard Skills

Therapy Activity SelectionPatient Goal AchievementCognitive Impairment SupportPhysical Impairment SupportDevelopmental Impairment SupportPsychosocial Impairment Support

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Therapy Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Occupational TherapyPost-Acute CareLong-Term CareHome Health CareClinical Practice Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan under the supervision of an occupational therapist
Provide, monitor, and record therapy services for patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental, and psychosocial impairments
Select, implement, and modify therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with competency levels, patient goals, and practice-setting/state-licensure requirements
Exchange information with and provide documentation to the occupational therapist about patient responses and communications during intervention
Provide information and documentation related to occupational therapy outcome achievement
Follow accepted clinical practice guidelines of the professional organization
Depending on location and facility needs, work in post-acute, long-term care, and home health care environments
Perform other related duties as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice
When working at a Sanford Health Facility, must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT); certification is not required but preferred for GSS Facilities
Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided
When applicable, may require valid driver's license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment