Overview

Northside Hospital Forsyth Rehab is opening an early application pipeline for December 2025 OT and COTA graduates interested in joining our high-performing therapy team. As one of Georgia’s most respected and rapidly growing healthcare systems, Northside offers a supportive environment where new graduates can build a strong clinical foundation from day one.

 

Why choose Northside Forsyth Rehab:

• True 1:1 patient care model• Strong mentorship and structured onboarding for new graduates• Support for advanced certifications, specialty training, and tuition reimbursement• Collaborative therapy culture with a compassionate, seasoned team• Exposure to multiple settings: Acute Care, Outpatient, Ortho/Hand, Lymphedema• Supportive leadership encouraging career growth and work/life balance• Deep commitment to our community through education, outreach, and service initiatives

 

Applicants will be screened and categorized by eligibility (OT or COTA) and provided priority consideration for 2025–2026 full-time opportunities as openings become available.

 

Responsibilities

For OT Applicants (Occupational Therapist I)

Required:• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

 

Preferred:• Previous patient care experience

For COTA Applicants (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)

Required:• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

 

Preferred:• Previous patient care experience

 

Qualifications

For OT Applicants:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (required)

• Less than 1 year experience (new grads welcome)

• Eligible for Georgia OT licensure

For COTA Applicants:

• Associate degree from an accredited OTA program (required)

• Eligible for Georgia COTA licensure

• Less than 1 year experience (new grads welcome)

Both groups must meet Northside Hospital onboarding, background, and credentialing requirements.

Work Hours:

8:30a-5:00p