Therapist (OT/ COTA) On-Call
Listed compensation
$50-$60/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Join Pro Rehab, an established Therapy company with over 35 years of successful business. We are looking for a Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapist to join the team at Veteran's Home, in Montevideo, MN! At Pro Rehab, you'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that takes pride in making a difference every day!
Position Type: On-Call
Wage Range
- OT $50 - $60 / hour depending on experience
- COTA $30 - $40 / hour depending on experience
Location: 2190 William Ave, Montevideo, MN 56265
OT/ COTA Responsibilities
Assess & Evaluate Patients: Conduct evaluations to understand patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs affecting daily activities.
Develop & Implement Treatment Plans: Create personalized intervention programs to improve independence in daily tasks and work-related functions.
Provide Therapeutic Activities: Guide patients through exercises, adaptive techniques, and assistive device training to enhance motor skills and coordination.
Educate & Support Patients & Families: Provide patient and caregiver education such as but not limited to: coping strategies, home modifications, and techniques to improve quality of life and independence.
Monitor Progress & Adjust Plans: Track patient improvements, document progress, and modify treatment approaches as needed.
Collaborate with Healthcare Teams: Work with doctors, physical therapists, and other professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
COTA - Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients, focusing on improving daily living activities (ADLs).
- COTA - Monitor patient progress and document outcomes in accordance with care plans.
- COTA - Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and exercises.
COTA - Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care, utilizing knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
OT/ COTA Qualifications
Must be a graduate from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Program and have a bachelor’s degree.
Must possess a current MN Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) License or Must possess a current Accredited MN Occupational Therapy (OTR) License
Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
Benefits
Competitive Wages with Credit for Experience
- Tuition Discount Opportunities/ Scholarships/ Student Loan Forgiveness/ Continuing Education Credits (site specific, ask for details)
- 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), 6 paid holidays, 3 sick days, 3 personal days
- 403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
- Healthcare, dental, health savings, vision, life, disability, & flex spending options for Full-Time employees
- Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees
- Employee Discount Program
- Longevity Recognition, Paid Volunteer Time, and Mentorship Programs
- Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture
- Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
- Cafeteria plan (flex spending)
- Professional dues and licensure fully paid
- Opportunities to advance
About Pro Rehab
Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and Iowa.
Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will assess patient needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic activities to improve daily living functions. They will also collaborate with healthcare teams and educate patients and families on coping strategies and home modifications.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and possess a current Minnesota license for OT or COTA. Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and effective communication skills are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Mental Health Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Minnesota, the Occupational Therapist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (51 salary observations; 106 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (1,629 salary observations; 6,000 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist (OT/ COTA) On-Call at Cassia a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy Assistant — ranked against 1,043 active Occupational Therapy Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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