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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) OR Occupational Therapist (OT)

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.

At Gundersen Health System, we believe patients of all ages deserve the best care and we strive to make a difference in their lives. Do you believe you have what it takes to be a part of that difference?

Join our team as a COTA or OT in Wabasha, MN and be the change you want to see in the world.

What you will get:

COTA Pay range of $23.57 - $34.25 / hour, based on experience
OT Pay range of $33.79 - $50.55 / hour, based on experience

Support to grow in your career with access to our Career Development Center.

Top-rated retirement plan and healthcare benefits

Departmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work.

Work/Life balance to love what you do and where you live.

What's Available:

1.0 FTE (40 hours/week)

Scheduled Monday - Friday, day shifts. There is also Saturday (1/2 day) rotation with Rehab team, which currently runs every 12th Saturday.

Adding to our team either OT or COTA.

What you will do:

Provide LOVE + MEDICINE to our patients & residents

The Occupational Therapy rehab team treats individuals with disabilities, injuries and disease using appropriate modalities and treatment techniques according to Minnesota OT Standards of Practice, independently or under the supervision of an OT.

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.

Partner with a team of providers, medical professionals, and managers who are here to support your success and that of our patients in their health journeys.

What you need:

MN Licensed COTA or OT (as applicable)

BLS for healthcare workers.

Gundersen Health System, which includes St. Elizabeth's in Wabasha, MN is healthcare for neighbors, by neighbors.

While we call La Crosse home, our system has 7 hospitals and 65 clinics in neighboring communities. Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care combined with the right amount of love. We call it Love + Medicine

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 the recruiter listed below:

Primary Recruiter:

Brenda Creighton

Recruiter Email Address:

blcreigh@gundersenhealth.org

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Equal Opportunity Employer