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Healthpro Heritage
Fork, South Carolina

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$35/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 1 day ago · Verified live

Job Description

Overview

Full-Time COTA – $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/OTA) to join our rehabilitation team in Fork, SC.

If you’re looking for a full-time opportunity where you can build meaningful relationships with your patients, help seniors regain their independence, and be part of a supportive rehab team, we’d love to connect with you.

What We Offer

  • $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • $30–$35/hour, with consideration for higher rates based on experience and weekend availability
  • Full-Time, Consistent Opportunity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Free CEU360 access for continuing education and professional development
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow

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.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) at Healthpro Heritage a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Occupational Therapy occupational therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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Listing-based score

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Free CEU360 access for continuing education
Supportive team environment