COTA - Fulltime/Parttime/PRN

Just us and be part of our growing team of skilled caregivers in our newly renovated facility! River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center, a Pyramid Healthcare facility, is in Columbus, GA. The Center provides long-term skilled nursing care and short-term post-acute rehabilitation, including a 30-bed ventilator unit. We are committed to the overall care of our residents through our culture, vision, and core values.

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), supports the Occupational Therapist in conducting therapy treatments to improve patients’ mobility and physical health. COTAs help patients develop, recover, and maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.

Testing, evaluating and recording the physical and mental state of patients

Analyzing previous medical history when deciding on rehabilitation goals

Encouraging and helping patients create a daily routine

Helping patients adjust and understand their health

Teaching patients how to use home exercise and therapy equipment

Ensuring equipment is in good working order

Document patients' progress, including any changes in their physical and cognitive abilities

Educate patients and families about the goals and purpose of therapy

Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in the field

Ensure compliance with SNF-specific therapy regulations and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.

Promote resident dignity and uphold facility standards for quality care and ethical practice.

Associate’s degree in occupational therapy.

Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification from Georgia Boards.

Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and residents' families.

Basic computer proficiency and documentation skills.

Work is performed in a skilled nursing facility setting, with potential exposure to bodily fluids, chemicals, and other hazardous materials.

Full-time, part-time, or PRN shifts may be available, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Frequent interaction with residents, staff, and interdisciplinary teams.

May require occasional evening or weekend hours, particularly during outbreaks, emergencies, or survey preparation.

Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for infection control purposes.

Must be able to assist with or maneuver equipment such as wheelchairs, beds, and Hoyer lifts.

Frequent walking, standing, and occasional bending or kneeling may be necessary when conducting audits or inspections throughout the facility.

Must be able to wear appropriate PPE as required and lift educational materials or small equipment.

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.

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