COTA: Elevate Mobility & Recovery in Skilled Nursing

River-Towne-Center-Columbus-Cente; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus, GA, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support the Occupational Therapist in delivering therapy to improve mobility and daily living skills for residents in a long-term skilled nursing setting. The role involves leading therapy sessions, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with physicians and the care team.

Requires an Associate’s degree in OT, GA COTA certification, CPR, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in occupational therapy.
• Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification from Georgia Boards.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with electronic documentation systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic activities and exercises with patients under the direction of occupational therapists.
• Test, evaluate and record the physical and mental state of patients.
• Consult with doctors and other specialists on the best course of action.
• Maintain accurate records of patient treatments and progress.
• Ensure a safe and clean treatment environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Patient care

Education

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy

COTA Certification (Georgia Boards)

CPR certification

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus, GA, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support the Occupational Therapist in delivering therapy to improve mobility and daily living skills for residents in a long-term skilled nursing setting. The role involves leading therapy sessions, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with physicians and the care team.

Requires an Associate’s degree in OT, GA COTA certification, CPR, and strong communication