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Vitruvian Health
Dalton, Georgia

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - PT - Regency Park Rehabilitation

Occupational TherapistIncludes weekendsPart-Time

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Job Description

Who We Are

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values

Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.

Excellence. Every person. Every time.

Summary

Under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist, utilizes Occupational Therapy skills to assist in treatment of referred patients of all age populations. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served and his or her ability level.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principals of growth and development and assess data reflective of the patient’s current status in relation to their age specific needs.

Attendance Requirements

Non-exempt Status: May be required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Subject to callback during any emergency.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Reports to Administrator

Job Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited program for COTA and as evidenced by primary source of verification

Licensure

Registered Certified Occupational Therapist license or eligible for license in the state of Georgia.

Experience

May be new graduate. Certification in physical agent modalities is preferred but not mandatory.

Skills

Must be knowledgeable in BLS CPR. Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs appropriate for age group of patient served and patients level of ability. Also must be able to identify needs for and complete basic splinting.

Environmental and Working Conditions

May work in outpatient department, inpatient department, or at industrial sites or homes as needed for on-site assessment as needed. May be required to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and / or holiday coverage. Exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment found in a typical therapy setting.

Physical and Mental Effort

Required to display characteristics consistent with certification requirements and ethical practice in Occupational Therapy. Must be able to physically assist with patient transfers, perform bending, reaching activities and be able to tolerate moderate amount of stress. Will need to be able to work under the direction of a variety of supervising therapists and be willing to assist other rehabilitation associates as needed.

Drug-Free Workplace

Full-Time and Part-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • ICHRA for health insurance
  • Paid Annual Leave (Time Off)
  • Vision insurance

Additional Full-Time Benefits

  • Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

Key Responsibilities

Utilize occupational therapy skills to assist in the treatment of patients of all age populations under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist. Perform patient transfers, assist with basic splinting, and provide care appropriate to the patient's age and ability level.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant program and hold or be eligible for a Georgia state license. Knowledge of BLS CPR and the ability to perform physical tasks like bending and reaching are required.

Key Skills

Patient careGrowth and development assessment

Physical Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Georgia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost of livingGeorgia index 96.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Georgia7 active85 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+4.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top PTA Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

10 jobs · 9 employers
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Higher = better work-life balance

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#3

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$27-$35/hr
#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Vitruvian Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Dalton, Georgia
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

403(b) Matching
Dental insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee wellness program
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
ICHRA for health insurance
Paid Annual Leave

Living in Dalton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$250k
Typical market rent
$1,451/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.8
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Dalton, GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.