Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Synchrony Rehab at The Landings of Smithfield·Smithfield, North Carolina

$33 - $37/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 6 days ago

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA · $33 - $37/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-8% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Smithfield, North Carolina ($36.00/hr)

14 similar openings in the Smithfield area · median $36.00/hr

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Smithfield, North Carolina rates. This role sits in the 42nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 8% below the Smithfield, North Carolina median for allied health roles.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant provides therapeutic interventions and ADL training under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. They are responsible for documenting patient progress and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support patient independence.

Overview We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.

Qualifications

Job SummaryThe Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. Licenses and CertificationsMust have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification Current valid CPR certification, preferred QualificationsEducation: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited programExperience: 0-1 years Roles and Responsibilities
Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
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Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program and possess a current, valid state OTA licensure. A current CPR certification is also preferred for this role.

associate degree
Patient education
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient documentation
Therapeutic interventions
Occupational therapy
ADL training
Functional ability improvement
Adaptive techniques

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Student loan repayment
401(k) match
Weekly pay

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $33 - $37/hr
Location: Smithfield, North Carolina
Posted: Sep 2, 2026
Closes: Sep 2, 2027
Application: Employer website

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