Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

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Essential Job Functions:

• Assists the Occupational Therapist in performing evaluations, assessments and procedures.

• Orients patients, family and/or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of the physical therapy evaluation and treatment. Provides appropriate patient/family education and teaching, under the supervision of a Therapist.

• Obtains and documents appropriately all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plan of care.

• Coordinates treatment schedules with disciplines using appropriate scheduling procedures.

• Identifies significant changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate actions, as evidenced in reporting, staffing consultations and documentation.

• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

• Occupational Therapy Assistant - Certified | North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System

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Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

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Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)