COTA Jobs in Elgin, SC

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by implementing treatment plans that help individuals recover, improve or maintain the skills required for daily living and working. They work under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist and use therapeutic techniques to assist patients in performing activities of all types, ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs such as dressing, cooking, and eating. A COTA may work with individuals who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities, helping them develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living.

Important skills for a COTA include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and patience. They should also have a deep understanding of human anatomy and medical terminologies. For certifications, a COTA must have an associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and must pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) COTA examination to gain certification. Before becoming a COTA, a person may have roles such as a physical therapy aide, a rehabilitation aide, or a direct care staff member in a healthcare facility.

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PRN COTA - Ridgeway

  • PruittHealth
  • Ridgeway, SC (10 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Ridgeway, SC (10 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 6 hours ago

PRN CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA) THERAPY SERVICES Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority!...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Columbia
  • Hopkins, SC (21 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hopkins, SC (21 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 3 days ago

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation....

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) $3,000 Sign on Bonus for Full Time

  • Life Care Center
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Position Summary The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Florence
  • Dalzell, SC (22 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dalzell, SC (22 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 9 days ago

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation....

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)

  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Camden, SC (15 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Camden, SC (15 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 22 days ago

Overview HealthPro Heritage has a excellent Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) opportunity in Camden, SC! $5K Sign on Bonus!...

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PRN

  • PACS
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 24 days ago

We are currently seeking an COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant....

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Occupational Therapy Assistant- Fort Mill, SC

  • Fox Rehabilitation
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply Degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program Basic computer literacy skills Current CPR certification...

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PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • PruittHealth
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA) Location: PRN weekends Location: Blythewood, SC THERAPY SERVICES Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top...

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Faculty- Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Southeastern College
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Certified Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. This is a full-time position that requires day availability....

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Home Health

  • Interim Healthcare
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Successfully completed the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc....

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COTA - Per Diem

  • Ernest Health
  • Elgin, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Elgin, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Elgin is known for its tight-knit community, scenic countryside, and family-friendly atmosphere We are seeking a COTA to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!...

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

  • MUSC (Med. Univ of South Carolina)
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Summary Job Description/Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the occupational therapist, the certified occupational therapy assistant administers and directs administration...

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Encompass Health Corp.
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (18 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation....

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Inpatient COTA - Acute Care

  • Lexington Medical Center
  • West Columbia, SC (21 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (21 miles from Elgin, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: Graduate of an occupational therapist assistant program approved by the State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners Minimum Years of Experience: None Substitutable...

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Highest Education Level

COTAs in Elgin, SC offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
49.0%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Master's Degree
15.1%
High School or GED
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by COTAs in Elgin, SC
Less than 1 year
60.5%
1-2 years
14.6%
None
11.2%
6-8 years
9.7%
2-4 years
3.5%
4-6 years
0.5%