Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

HiredFirst; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst in Lancaster, South Carolina, is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a 13-week contract. The role supports a healthcare team, delivering therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities include administering modalities, documenting progress and billing, and coordinating care with physicians and nursing staff. Requirements: ACOTE-accredited program, SC license, NBCOT, and current BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• ACOTE-accredited OT program (AS or BS) required.
• SC license in good standing.
• NBCOT certification current.
• BLS/CPR certification current.

Responsibilities

• Administer occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist.
• Provide direct patient care to help restore function and prevent disability following illness or injury.
• Monitor patient progress and collaborate with the supervising OT to modify treatment plans as needed to ensure successful recovery.
• Document patient treatments, significant changes in progress, and billing information accurately and timely.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians and nursing staff, to coordinate quality patient care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment, ensuring all therapy equipment is in good working order.

Education

ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (Associate or Bachelor's degree)

SC Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license

NBCOT certification

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work in a healthcare setting in Lancaster, South Carolina 29720.

Contract: 13 weeks

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hours: 40 hours per week

Compensation: $1400 - $1404

Key Requirements

Administer occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist.

Provide direct patient care to help restore function and prevent disability following illness or injury.

Monitor patient progress and collaborate with the supervising OT to modify treatment plans as needed to ensure successful recovery.

Document patient treatments, significant changes in progress, and billing information accurately and timely.

Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians and nursing staff, to coordinate quality patient care.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment, ensuring all therapy equipment is in good working order.

Key Qualifications

Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (Associate or Bachelor's degree).

Current and active South Carolina (SC) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license.

Current certification in good standing with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Valid BLS/CPR certification for healthcare providers.

Ability to commit to a 13-week contract with a consistent 40-hour weekly schedule.