Occupational Therapy Assistant - Empower Mobility

Your Health; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Health in West Columbia, SC is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support licensed therapists. You will assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain daily living skills.

You will conduct therapeutic activities, monitor progress, document outcomes, educate patients and families, and help maintain a safe, compliant therapy environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Current NBCOT certification as a COTA is preferred.
• 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.

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 and interventions to improve motor skills, mobility, strength, coordination, and sensory processing.
• Collaborate with therapists to modify treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs.
• Instruct patients and families on exercises and adaptive equipment usage to promote independence in daily living tasks.
• Document patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately and timely per facility guidelines.
• Assist in procurement and maintenance of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
• Maintain a safe and clean therapy environment, following infection control protocols.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care and goals.
• Stay current with best practices and continue professional development activities.
• Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct as outlined by regulatory bodies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Empathy

Stamina

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting

Job description

Your Health in West Columbia, SC is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support licensed therapists. You will assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain daily living skills.

You will conduct therapeutic activities, monitor progress, document outcomes, educate patients and families, and help maintain a safe, compliant therapy environment.