Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Overview

HealthPro Heritage is excited to offer a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and OCcupational Therapist opportunity in Florence, SC!

Join our compassionate therapy team where you’ll play a key role in supporting residents’ independence, engagement, and overall quality of life. Work alongside an experienced and supportive therapy team to deliver meaningful, individualized treatment plans that help seniors achieve their highest level of functional potential.

Position Details:

Compensation: Starting at $35/hourSetting: Skilled Nursing Facility / Long-Term CareTeam: Established, collaborative rehab team

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.

Growth Opportunities: Access continuous education and professional development designed to support your long-term success.

Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of what we do.

Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for strong clinical quality and outstanding patient outcomes.

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program designed with YOU in mind.

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, your work truly matters. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide therapy services across skilled nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric programs. Join a team that values your expertise, listens to your input, and celebrates the meaningful difference you make every day.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
• Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
• Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
• Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.