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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Company : HealthPRO Heritage
Location : Manning, SC, 29102
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 28 December 2025
Overview
HealthPro Heritage is excited to offer a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) opportunity in Manning, 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:
Hours: 30–40 hours per weekCompensation: Starting at $32/hour, with consideration for higher rates based on experience and/or weekend availabilityBenefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), free access to CEU360, and moreSetting: 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Manning, SC, has a growing need for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants due to its aging population and healthcare facilities expansion. While competition exists, HealthPRO Heritage’s reputation for supportive teams and ongoing education makes it an attractive employer in this region.
In South Carolina, holding a current state license and NBCOT certification is essential for occupational therapy assistants. Facilities often value additional training in geriatric care or long-term care settings, reflecting the patient demographics in places like Manning.
Mastering patient engagement techniques, interdisciplinary communication, and adaptive equipment knowledge are key. Developing expertise in documentation precision and therapeutic activity customization can also boost career growth for occupational therapy assistants.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants concentrate on implementing tailored treatment plans that enhance patients’ daily living skills, unlike therapists who primarily design these plans. Their role requires hands-on interaction and continuous progress monitoring within rehab teams.
Entry-level assistants often begin in clinical or long-term care settings, gaining experience in patient care and documentation. With time, they may pursue advanced certifications, specialize in pediatrics or geriatrics, or transition into therapy coordination roles.
HealthPRO Heritage emphasizes a mission-driven environment with strong clinical quality and patient outcomes. Their commitment to continuous education, collaborative culture, and comprehensive benefits sets them apart in the occupational therapy assistant job market.
Yes, HealthPRO Heritage provides 30–40 hour workweeks with some flexibility. They also offer higher pay rates for weekend availability, accommodating different lifestyle needs while ensuring consistent patient care coverage.
Starting pay is approximately $32 per hour, with potential increases based on experience and weekend shifts. This rate aligns competitively with occupational therapy assistant salaries in skilled nursing facilities within the Manning area.
By facilitating therapeutic activities and teaching adaptive strategies, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants empower patients to regain or maintain essential daily functions, directly enhancing their autonomy and quality of life.
HealthPRO Heritage strictly adheres to equal employment opportunity laws, ensuring fair hiring and workplace treatment regardless of race, gender, age, or disability. This fosters an inclusive environment for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.