Occupational Therapy Assistant

Folkston Park Care & Rehab in Folkston, GA has an amazing opportunity for a new Full Time Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA) to join their In-House Therapy Team. Folkston Park provides short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care in a calm and relaxing environment. Our robust rehabilitation program challenges patients to meet and exceed expectations, with the overall goal of allowing them to return home faster and stronger than before.

We create a warm and caring environment where each individual resident can experience success. Our philosophy of care is built on a strong, full-picture approach. Our team is focused on providing care with heart and warmth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer treatment to residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing
• Assure all treatment is delivered in accordance with an established plan of care
• Provide clinical support and instruct patients, families, and caregivers
• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention
• Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations
• Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition.
• Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.
• Developing treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
• Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.
• Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.
• Advising patients on exercise techniques.
• Advising patients and their families about in-home treatment options.
• Providing educational information about injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote physical health.
• Consulting and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
• Documenting patient care history.
• Complying with rules, regulations, and procedures.

Career Advantages:

• In-house opportunity
• Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care
• Clinical expertise & training available
• Electronic documentation system
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff
• Flexible Schedule

Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

The rehab team is strategically designed with growth, opportunity, and career enrichment in mind! We believe our commitment to compassionate care, innovative solutions, patient focused programs and a reward-for-results culture will enrich the lives of patients and employees alike. Don't wait to start making a difference – the change begins today.