Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - PRN

MUSC Health; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a PRN role. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' recovery journeys by administering therapeutic procedures and collaborating closely with occupational therapists. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed in South Carolina. Join a team dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate care and professional excellence. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working with enthusiastic individuals, this role may be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Under supervision, administers therapeutic procedures to patients.
• Re-assesses patient progress and documents findings.

Responsibilities

• Provide care aligned with goals established by the occupational therapist.
• Document patient progress and findings appropriately.

Skills

Therapeutic Procedures

Patient Care

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - PRN

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Job Description Summary

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Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC001532 LAN - IP Therapy Rehab (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

As needed, with a minimum of 1 full shift bi-weekly

Job Description

This is a PRN as-needed position. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, the COTA administers therapeutic procedures to patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments, as prescribed by a referring practitioner. Responsibilities include providing care aligned with the goals established by the occupational therapist, re-assessing patient progress at regular intervals, and documenting findings appropriately.

Additional Job Requirements

• Education: Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Licenses/Certifications: Licensed by South Carolina as an Occupational Therapy Assistant; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

If you enjoy working with energetic and enthusiastic individuals, this career may be a good fit for you! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or family status. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. For more information, visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees.