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Montevideo, Minnesota

Therapist (OT/ COTA) On-Call

Occupational Therapy AssistantNo callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$50-$60/hr

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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 Assistant 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!

As our Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), you will provide hands-on therapeutic support to help patients improve, regain, and maintain their daily living skills under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.

Your responsibilities will include implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting outcomes, educating patients and families on therapeutic techniques, and collaborating with healthcare teams to support quality patient care.

To be successful, you must have strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.

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 hands-on therapeutic support to improve daily living skills. They will also monitor patient progress, document outcomes, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure quality care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and possess a current Minnesota license as an OT or COTA. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and long-term care regulations is required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningTherapeutic exercisesPatient educationDocumentationCompassionate careInterdisciplinary collaboration

Mental Health Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context

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 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Occupational Therapist market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy assistantranked against 1,043 Occupational Therapy Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$104k–$125kOccupational Therapist median $71k (middle half $61k–$72k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$116k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All occupational therapist listings in Minnesota214 active9,955 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentMinnesota occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 20% offer loan repayment214 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,571 in the last 30 days1,373 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapist pay trend (all specialties)+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,043 Occupational Therapy Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Minnesota figures use all occupational therapists: too few Minnesota Mental Health Therapy postings state pay.

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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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.6
Better work-life than 70% of Occupational Therapy Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Cassia

Hospitals and Health Care
Edina, Minnesota
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive wages with credit for experience
Tuition discount opportunities/scholarships
Student loan forgiveness (site specific)
Continuing education credits
403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
Healthcare, dental, vision, life, disability (full-time)
Employer-paid basic life insurance (full-time)
Employee discount program

Living in Montevideo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$186k
Median resident rent
$851/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.