Occupational Therapy Assistant
About The Position
PruittHealth - Blythewood is hiring a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to help patients improve functional abilities, increase independence with daily activities, and enhance their quality of life. The role is based at 1075 Heather Green Drive, Columbia, SC 29229, and is full-time, with compensation up to $100,000 annually based on experience, schedule, and location. The COTA implements occupational therapy treatment plans under Occupational Therapist supervision, supports patients with daily living activities and functional tasks, guides therapeutic exercises, monitors and reports patient progress, and documents care. The role also includes educating patients and caregivers about adaptive techniques and equipment and contributing to interdisciplinary care planning and treatment goals. PruittHealth describes its environment as collaborative and focused on clinical excellence, with career-growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited OTA program.
- Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of practice.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Foreign-trained applicants must possess credentials deemed substantially equivalent by the applicable credentialing organization.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in rehabilitation or post-acute care is preferred.
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Implement occupational therapy treatment plans under Occupational Therapist supervision.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and functional tasks.
- Guide therapeutic exercises and activities to improve independence.
- Observe and report patient progress to the Occupational Therapist.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation.
- Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
- Support interdisciplinary care planning and treatment goals.
Benefits
- Advanced Pay Option.
- Annual merit increases.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Paid orientation and training programs.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Career growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
