Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – In-House Rehabilitation

Folkston Park Care & Rehab Center
26261 Okefenokee Drive
Folkston, GA 31537

• Full-Time

• Part-Time

• PRN / Per Diem

• Flexible Scheduling Available

Schedule Options Include:

• Traditional 5-day workweek

• Four 10-hour shifts (4x10)

• Three 12-hour shifts (3x12)

• Flexible start and end times

• Weekend-only opportunities

• Hybrid schedule with designated remote documentation and administrative time (based on operational needs, caseload, and performance)

Folkston Park Care & Rehab Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. We are hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN (Per Diem) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to provide exceptional rehabilitation services in our skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation setting.

Working under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the COTA will implement individualized treatment plans designed to help residents improve independence with activities of daily living (ADLs), enhance functional performance, increase safety, and maximize quality of life following illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization.

• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.

• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions to improve residents' performance with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), upper extremity function, coordination, balance, strength, range of motion, cognition, and fine motor skills.

• Assist residents with self-care training, adaptive techniques, energy conservation, home management skills, positioning, and functional mobility.

• Monitor resident progress and communicate changes in condition or treatment response to the supervising Occupational Therapist.

• Complete accurate and timely documentation of treatment sessions, resident progress, and required clinical records in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, federal, and facility guidelines.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, fall prevention, home safety, and strategies to promote independence.

• Assist with splinting programs, positioning techniques, adaptive equipment recommendations, and environmental modifications as directed by the Occupational Therapist.

• Collaborate with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nursing staff, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care.

• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences, discharge planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Maintain compliance with all professional, regulatory, and facility policies and standards.

• Foster a positive, resident-centered rehabilitation environment focused on clinical excellence and quality outcomes.

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

• Current Georgia Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing.

• Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

• Experience in skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, long-term care, inpatient rehabilitation, or post-acute care.

• Knowledge of Medicare documentation requirements.

• Experience working with geriatric and medically complex patient populations.

• Familiarity with evidence-based occupational therapy practices, adaptive equipment, cognitive rehabilitation, and fall prevention strategies.

• Competitive compensation

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• Retirement savings plan

• Continuing education assistance

• Professional development opportunities

• Career advancement within our in-house rehabilitation program

• Competitive compensation

• Flexible scheduling

• Alternative schedules, including 4x10 and 3x12 shifts

• Weekend-only opportunities

• Continuing education opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative rehabilitation team

At Folkston Park Care & Rehab Center, we are committed to helping residents regain independence and improve their quality of life through exceptional rehabilitation services. Our in-house therapy team values compassion, collaboration, clinical excellence, and innovation while fostering a supportive work environment where rehabilitation professionals can grow and succeed.

Whether you're an experienced COTA or a recent graduate, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying flexible scheduling, professional development opportunities, and the support of an experienced interdisciplinary team.

If you're passionate about helping residents achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Indeed or submit your resume directly to the hiring team at Folkston Park Care & Rehab Center.