Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Your Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Carolina is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to assist in planning and implementing treatment programs. The role involves direct patient interaction, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient rehabilitation. This full-time position offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Prior experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in planning and evaluating treatment programs.
• Work directly with patients to carry out therapeutic exercises.
• Document patient progress and treatment interventions accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Patience

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a COTA

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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• Assist occupational therapists in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities.
• Work directly with patients to carry out therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions designed to improve motor skills, mobility, strength, coordination, and sensory processing.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists to modify treatment plans based on patient progress, goals, and changing needs.
• Instruct patients and their families on exercises, adaptive equipment usage, and techniques to promote independence and functional abilities in daily living tasks.
• Document patient progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with regulatory and facility guidelines.
• Assist in the procurement and maintenance of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to support patient rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain a safe and clean therapy environment, adhering to infection control protocols and ensuring equipment safety.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and physicians, to coordinate patient care and goals.
• Stay current with best practices, research findings, and advancements in occupational therapy through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct as outlined by relevant regulatory bodies and professional organizations.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities.
• Work directly with patients to carry out therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions designed to improve motor skills, mobility, strength, coordination, and sensory processing.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists to modify treatment plans based on patient progress, goals, and changing needs.
• Instruct patients and their families on exercises, adaptive equipment usage, and techniques to promote independence and functional abilities in daily living tasks.
• Document patient progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with regulatory and facility guidelines.
• Assist in the procurement and maintenance of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to support patient rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain a safe and clean therapy environment, adhering to infection control protocols and ensuring equipment safety.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and physicians, to coordinate patient care and goals.
• Stay current with best practices, research findings, and advancements in occupational therapy through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct as outlined by relevant regulatory bodies and professional organizations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) issued by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a COTA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Compassion, patience, and empathy when working with patients facing physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Physical stamina and dexterity to assist patients with mobility and physical activities.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines governing occupational therapy practice.
• Prior experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting may be preferred.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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