Occupational Therapy Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in North Carolina post a median of $33.10 an hour, the middle half $31.88–$36.50, across 20 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapy assistants employed in North Carolina earn a median of $33.36 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) PRN
We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide therapeutic services under the direction of a licensed therapist. This role supports residents in achieving functional goals while ensuring care is delivered safely, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory and reimbursement standards.
This position is ideal for a licensed Therapy Assistant who values teamwork, documentation accuracy, and quality resident outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient treatments as directed by a licensed Occupational Therapist
- Carry out treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and care plans
- Document treatments, resident progress, and daily charges accurately and timely
- Maintain productivity standards as established by the department
- Communicate resident progress, concerns, and changes to supervising therapist
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and utilization reviews
- Instruct residents, families, and nursing staff on restorative or home programs as directed
- Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of therapy areas and equipment
- Report equipment issues to appropriate personnel
- Participate in facility performance improvement initiatives
- Travel or float between facilities as assigned, based on resident needs
- Maintain compliance with Medicare, reimbursement, and regulatory guidelines
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Current state licensure or registration as an OTA
- Knowledge of Medicare and reimbursement regulations
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Dependable, organized, and patient-focused
Physical Requirements
- Standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting residents throughout the shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Exposure to clinical environments and patient care settings
- Ability to manage physical and emotional demands of patient care
Reasonable accommodations may be provided.
Why Join Us
- Clinical role with direct impact on resident function and independence
- Collaborative rehab and interdisciplinary care environment
- Opportunity to grow within rehabilitation services
- Purpose-driven work in a skilled nursing setting
Apply today to support resident recovery, mobility, and quality of life through skilled therapeutic care.
From August Healthcare at Wilmington's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About August Healthcare at Wilmington
August Healthcare at Wilmington is a 120 (source: Medicare Care Compare: August Healthcare at Wilmington)-bed nursing home in Wilmington, NC, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: August Healthcare at Wilmington
Based in Wilmington, NCHires in North CarolinaPay on its listings: 0% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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