Casual Occupational Therapy Assistant

Bring Your Possibilities to Fairview 

At Fairview, we believe in the power of possibility — within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve. We believe that leadership isn’t just a title — it’s a mindset we all share. Whether you’re providing hands-on care, innovating behind the scenes, or supporting those who do, your work matters. 

We are seeking a casual occupational therapy assistant (OTA) to join our team at M Health Fairview Community Health & Wellness Hub!

In collaboration with patients and families, the OTA is responsible for providing safe and effective delivery of patient care within a scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist (required if the OTA is billing for services).

• Casual position; authorized for up to 40 hours per week, as needed. 

Fairview Rehabilitation offers a broad range of services that serve patients across 10 acute-care hospitals, 3 post-acute settings and 70 outpatient adult and pediatric therapy clinics. Consisting of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy as well as Audiology and Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, our therapists collaborate with colleagues in all medical settings and offer dozens of specialty programs.

As an academic health system with residency and fellowship programs and a rehab-focused clinical quality team, we have a collaborative culture that is centered on learning with an emphasis on evidence based, patient-centered care. Rehab’s continuing education program offers 40 continuing education courses per year at no cost to employees and further supports numerous external CE courses each year.

As a member of the Fairview rehab team, you would have opportunities for formal mentorship, clinical specialization and further recognition and compensation through our clinical specialist program. As an industry leader in rehabilitative care with nationally recognized programs, our therapists play a critical role in helping patients reach their goals and live more fulfilling lives.

Partner with patients and families to provide skilled intervention

Implement plan of care established by supervising occupational therapist

Communicate with supervising occupational therapist regarding (if applicable due to billing requirement) recommendations for revision or update of plan of care and/or discharge.

Coordinate care and communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team for all aspects of patient care.

Alter treatment within the established plan of care to reflect change in patient status and response to treatment

Provide appropriate education to patient and/or caregiver

Documentation/Billing

Use acceptable medical terminology

Follow professional practice standards

Complete documentation in a timely manner per department standards

Comply with department billing standards

Professional Expectations

Prioritize tasks and patient care for effective time management

Understand and follows professional licensure/certification requirements

Direct team members and/or supervises students as designated

Pursue personal and professional development to support clinical best practice

Meet or exceeds departmental standards for productivity

Identify opportunities for process /quality improvement

Participate in and supports entity/system initiatives

Requirements

Current MN Certification as an Occupational Therapist Assistant

Active Minnesota Basic Life Support Certification

Preferred

1 years experience

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

Salary : $26 - $37