Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today. Schedule Weekly Hours: 40 This full-time COTA position (1.0 FTE) will be scheduled Monday - Friday with day shift hours. Will be included in Rehab Department weekend and holiday rotation. Job Description: An Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) treats individuals with disabilities, injuries and disease using appropriate modalities and treatment techniques according to Minnesota OT Standards of Practice. The COTA also provides elements of evaluation under the supervision of an OTR. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team in the areas of education and consultation regarding patient care needs, in accordance with the vision and mission of Gundersen Health System. Major Responsibilities: 1. Under the supervision of the OTR, works with patient and family members to treat and educate to ensure optimal patient care. 2. Actively pursues communication with supervising OTR regarding treatment planning and patient status. 3. Responsible for completing documentation within established department standards to enhance effective patient care and proper reimbursement. 4. Complies with department competency list. 5. Interact and practice in collaboration with a variety of professionals and health care consumers. Communicates value of Occupational Therapy Services. 6. Participates in departmental and multidisciplinary review of process, treatment, or systems issues for Quality Improvement initiatives. 7. Pursues relevant educational opportunities to maintain or enhance professional knowledge and meet Departmental needs. 8. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance. 9. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients. 10. Ensures patient safety. 11. Performs other job related responsibilities as assigned. Education and Learning: REQUIRED Associate degree in Occupational Therapist Assistant Work Experience: REQUIRED No experience required. DESIRED 1 year Experience in a related field. License and Certifications: REQUIRED Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Minnesota (COTA) Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Age Specific Population Served: Adolescent (13 - 17 years) Adult (18 - 64 years) Geriatric (65 years & older) OSHA Category: Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Environmental Conditions: Exposed to infectious diseases. Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position: Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Squatting Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Balance - Right Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Balance - Left Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Lifting - Floor to Waist Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50 Lifting - Waist to Overhead Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50 Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50 Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50 Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50 If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267 We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabilities