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Posted August 16, 2026

COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Skilled Nursing

Browns Health and Rehabilitation Center
Pooler, GA, US Full Time
33USD - 37USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) — $33–$37/HR

Browns Health & Rehabilitation | Statesboro, GA
$33–$37/hour | Full-Time

Looking for a COTA position where your clinical skills actually matter?

Browns Health & Rehabilitation is looking for a motivated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing therapy team.

We are looking for someone who wants more than simply completing a daily schedule. We want a COTA who enjoys helping residents regain independence, accomplish meaningful functional goals, and improve their quality of life.

⭐ Why Join Our Therapy Team?
  • Competitive pay: $33–$37/hour

  • Supportive therapy leadership and clinical collaboration

  • Collaborative PT/OT/ST environment

  • Opportunity to grow your clinical skills and advance professionally

  • Work with a diverse geriatric caseload and meaningful functional goals

  • Strong focus on resident-centered care

  • Supportive environment for both experienced clinicians and new graduates

  • Opportunity to make a measurable difference in residents' daily lives

What You'll Do

As a COTA, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled interventions designed to improve residents' functional independence.

Your day may include:

  • Providing skilled ADL and IADL training

  • Therapeutic activities and exercises

  • Functional mobility and transfer training

  • Cognitive and safety interventions

  • Adaptive equipment training

  • Fine motor and coordination activities

  • Patient and caregiver education

  • Documenting treatments, progress, and clinical response

  • Communicating with the OT and interdisciplinary team regarding resident progress

  • Helping residents achieve meaningful, individualized functional goals

❤️ What We're Looking For
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

  • Current, valid COTA license/certification in Georgia

  • CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Passion for working with the geriatric population

  • Previous SNF/LTC experience preferred, but not required

  • New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're looking for a therapy position where you can grow clinically, work with a supportive team, and make a real difference in the lives of your residents, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of the Browns Health & Rehabilitation therapy team!

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