Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

NHC HealthCare, Charleston; North Augusta (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Earned time off

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Continuing education opportunities

Stock options

Uniforms provided

Job summary

NHC HealthCare, Charleston is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for its North Augusta team. Here, you'll help patients regain strength and confidence in a supportive environment.

We offer competitive pay, a range of benefits including health insurance, and a culture focused on teamwork and growth. A successful candidate will be a graduate of an AOTA-accredited program with a positive attitude. Join us to make a difference!

Qualifications

• Must have an active South Carolina COTA license.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• SNF experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Help patients regain strength, balance, and confidence post-illness.
• Deliver care to patients following injury, surgery, or decline.

Skills

COTA Certification

Positive attitude

Team player mindset

Education

Graduate of an AOTA-accredited OTA program

Job description

Looking for a full‑time therapy role where quality care actually comes first? Welcome to NHC North Augusta — an in‑house therapy team that believes great outcomes start with a supportive, fun, and family‑oriented workplace.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At NHC North Augusta, you’re not just an employee — you’re a partner. We foster a culture built on recognition, empowerment, teamwork, and growth. Plus, we reward great work with competitive pay and performance‑based increases.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Earned time off
• Health, Dental, Vision. Life and Disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Continuing education opportunities
• Stock options
• Uniforms provided

About The Role

We’re looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our skilled rehab team. This full‑time COTA will help patients regain strength, balance, and confidence following illness, injury, surgery, or decline — all while delivering care you can be proud of.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an AOTA‑accredited OTA program
• Certified (or eligible) through NBCOT
• Active South Carolina COTA license
• Reliable transportation, positive attitude, and team‑player mindset
• SNF experience is a plus, but not required

About NHC

National HealthCare Corporation is a nationwide leader in senior care, known for innovation, teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to grow with a company that values you, you’ll feel right at home here.

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