Occupational Therapist Assistant

Overview

FULL-TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (OTA)

Join Our Team! Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy across a variety of care settings.

Location: Gaffney, SC

Facilities: Peachtree Centre

We are committed to delivering innovative, evidence-based care through teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our mission is to maximize each patient’s potential while improving their quality of life — leading the revolution in therapy services with compassion, respect, and clinical excellence. We hire therapists who share our vision, demonstrate strong clinical skills, and work diligently to restore function while preventing decline in the patients we serve.

Peachtree Centre is a 151-bed skilled nursing facility with 40 short-term rehab beds.

• Offers comprehensive short- and long-term rehabilitation and outpatient services
• Features a state-of-the-art rehab gym with community reintegration to help residents achieve their highest level of function

Located just 40 minutes from Charlotte, NC, and 30 minutes from Spartanburg, SC, Gaffney is a welcoming small town known for its Southern charm, affordable living, and strong sense of community. With lots of local festivals, parks, and historic sites, it s a great place to work, live, and build a rewarding therapy career.

• Provide occupational therapy treatments to residents according to the occupational therapist's treatment plans
• Observe, record, and report conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties
• Maintain daily treatment records and document progress notes as directed
• Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals
• Assist with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment
• Assist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to the discipline and responsibilities
• Act in compliance with Ahava Therapy Services’ regulatory and professional standards
• Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences and other facility meetings
• Adhere to company and facility policies and participate in quality improvement and safety programs
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocate therapy resources efficiently
• Demonstrate knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third-party reimbursement guidelines
• Support the company’s mission and vision and project a professional image
• Independently perform duties and recognize situations where direct supervision is needed
• Maintain expected productivity levels

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program
• Active South Carolina OTA license or eligibility under state statutes
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Strong observational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team

• Competitive Pay
• Daily Pay Option
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Ancillary Insurance & FSA
• PTO + Free Birthday Holiday + Holiday Pay
• Free Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Free CEUs and Continuing Education Support

Be part of something meaningful. Join Ahava Therapy Services — where compassion meets excellence, and therapists are empowered to make a difference every day.