Occupational Therapy Assistant

at  MUSC

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) will support occupational therapists in the planning and implementation of therapy programs for patients across various settings. Responsibilities include administering therapeutic exercises, activities, and other interventions, modalities and strategies to improve patients’ functional abilities and quality of life. The role requires maintaining accurate documentation, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and demonstrating consistent attendance and reliability. The COTA will also stay current with evidence-based practices and adhere to institutional policies, guidelines, and protocols to provide the highest standard of care.

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

• Actively promote an excellent experience for all patients, families, team members, and other partners and stakeholders.

PATIENT EDUCATION

• Educate patients and their families on techniques, exercises, and strategies to support treatment goals outside therapy sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• State licensure in South Carolina required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Compassion, patience, and empathy when working with patients.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and techniques.
• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations governing occupational therapy.
  If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
  The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Perform additional duties as outlined by the manager or director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement treatment plans and administer therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions.
• Monitor and document patients’ progress, communicating status changes to the supervising occupational therapist.
• Adjust treatments based on patients’ responses and feedback from the occupational therapist.
• Instruct patients in the proper use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
• Educate patients and their families on techniques, exercises, and strategies to support treatment goals.
• Maintain occupational therapy equipment and inventory of departmental supplies.
• Provide appropriate and timely documentation and updates for all parties involved (including but not limited to physicians, APPs, therapy team members, patient access team members, fitness team members, sports medicine team members, other care team members, patients, families, supervisors, etc.) and support a safe and secure environment of care.