• Casual Occupational Therapy Assistant

    Fairview Health Services (St. Paul, MN)


    Job Overview

     

    _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

     

    Benefit Overview

     

    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.

     

    Compensation Disclaimer

     

    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.

     

    EEO Statement

     

    EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status