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I don’t know about you, but our team is really looking forward to next weekend at the 2017 Conference and Business Meeting for the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association. Not only do we get to meet Georgia Occupational Therapists face-to-face, but we get to travel north of the Florida border where leaves change to a color other than brown. Celebrating their 100th year anniversary, GOTA’s conference is being held next weekend at the Medical Center of Central Georgia from October 6th to the 7th. As the primary advocacy organization for occupational therapy in Georgia, GOTA serves as a resource and educator for Georgians, policy makers and practitioners related to the practice of occupational therapy across the State of Georgia.

Every month we enjoy highlighting a standout team member at Jackson. This month we’d like you to meet Amanda, one of our Senior Account Managers who’s been part of our team for 8 “wonderful” years. Amanda’s infectious enthusiasm affects everyone she works with whether she’s helping her rehab clients fill vacant positions or she’s organizing our team for the annual IOA Corporate 5k. Amanda just doesn’t stop. As an active member of our Activities Committee, Amanda donates endless hours every year to our internal company celebrations and to Jackson’s external charitable events. So, read on to learn a little more about Amanda and the things that drive her everyday. What is your proudest accomplishment at Jackson or in your career? My proudest moments are 100% being a part of the charitable efforts that Jackson Healthcare supports. All of the financial success in the world doesn’t compare to helping those in

If you’re a new graduate looking to build a career in therapy, consider working in the home health field. This fulfilling professional role enables you to have a direct impact on people’s quality of life, helping them strengthen their skills and abilities or recover from health conditions in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Read on to learn more about the job duties of a home health therapist, changes in the field you should be aware of and tips for working in home health. What does a home health therapist do? Home health therapists work with individuals who are unable to leave their homes to receive care. They may have mobility issues, chronic conditions, disabilities, disorders or injuries that prevent them from traveling to visit therapists. A home health therapist often sees patients on a regular schedule, becoming a trusted and dependable individual in their lives. Home health care

Any therapist considering entering the home health field should be aware of important changes happening in the industry. Right now, the major issue of focus is the proposal of the home health groupings model, or HHGM. This new payment model rolled out by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services represents a dynamic shift in how patient care is organized and how home health care providers are reimbursed. If ultimately approved, HHGM would be required to go into effect at the start of calendar year 2019. Here are some more details on several areas of the model that would impact home health therapy:

Pack your flip flops and meet us at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek from September 14th – 17th for the Florida Physical Therapy Association 2017 Annual Conference in Orlando and earn up to 27.5 hours for attending. As the only healthcare professional organization that solely represents the unique interests of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in the state of Florida, FPTA educates Floridians, healthcare providers and public policy decision makers about the key role the industry plays in restoring and improving motion. In addition to several networking opportunities, attendees will enjoy an information rich event that includes three key presentations from Rob Landel, Mike Eisenhart and Nancy Beckley, recognized experts in the Physical Therapy field.