What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant position at HealthPartners?
Job Description
Capitol View Transitional Care Center is a state-of-the-art true transitional care unit (TCU) located in Regions Hospital (we are part of the HealthPartners organization as a separate nonprofit organization.) We provide quality care to patients from 18 years of age who are in need of a short-term stay. Our average length of stay is 17 days. Come join our team as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and see how rewarding and fun work can be in a TCU!
As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for the following job duties and responsibilities:
Required Qualifications
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Capitol View Transitional Care Center is a state-of-the-art true transitional care unit (TCU) located in Regions Hospital (we are part of the HealthPartners organization as a separate nonprofit organization.) We provide quality care to patients from 18 years of age who are in need of a short-term stay. Our average length of stay is 17 days. Come join our team as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and see how rewarding and fun work can be in a TCU!
As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for the following job duties and responsibilities:
- Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy for patients.
- Assists in planning and implementing programs established by the Occupational Therapist designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish, or correct pathology and to promote and maintain health and self-sufficiency.
- Assists in evaluation of patients ADL’s and capacities to determine extent of abilities and limitations.
- Assists in instructing patient and families in home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment.
- Fabricates splints and other assistive devices.
- Assists in the maintenance of equipment.
- May be responsible for maintaining observed information in patient records and preparing reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of and certification from a two-year accredited training program
- Licensed by the State of MN as a COTA
- Completion of required annual educational courses to maintain license with the Board of Occupational Therapy
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.