Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant — Rehab Specialist

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the Physical Therapy team. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, you will administer therapeutic procedures and monitor patient progress, aligning care with established OT goals.

Qualifications include an accredited OTA associate degree, SC licensure, and BLS certification. The role supports patients recovering from injury or surgery, with 40-hour weeks and on-site work at MUSC

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Licensed by South Carolina as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Administer and direct therapeutic procedures to patients under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Re-assess patient progress at regular intervals and document findings.
• Support OT goals and coordinate care with other health professionals.

Education

Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the Physical Therapy team. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, you will administer therapeutic procedures and monitor patient progress, aligning care with established OT goals.

Qualifications include an accredited OTA associate degree, SC licensure, and BLS certification. The role supports patients recovering from injury or surgery, with 40-hour weeks and on-site work at MUSC