Occupational Therapist - Golisano Children's Hospital (Acute Care)

Location: Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida - 9981 S. HealthPark Drive Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Work Type: Full Time


Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM

Hiring Range: $70,720.00 - $115,252,80 annually

This position will support all areas of Acute Care Rehabilitation at Golisano Children's Hospital of SWFL except the NICU. Due to the acuity of this position, we are only able to consider candidates with prior Pediatric Acute Care experience

Be Valued for Being You - at Lee Health it's all about you!


Are you a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist looking for a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make an impact? At Lee Health, we prioritize exceptional patient care in a collaborative setting that encourages work-life balance, continuous education , and clinical excellence.

Thinking about applying but have a few questions first? Click the link to schedule a time to chat with our Rehabilitation Services Recruiter, Chloe!

What We Offer You:

Because the work you do matters, we make sure that you are supported- both personally and professionally. We provide:

• Up to $10,000 in Hiring Incentives (if eligible)
• Exceptional Benefits - medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Well-Being Support - holistic health resources and mental wellness programs
• Professional Development - Annual CEU reimbursement, free MedBridge subscription, and career advancement pathways
• Retirement Match up to 5%
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling options
• Expense-paid on-site interviews for eligible candidates

At Lee Health, we care for you so that you can care for others.


About this Position:

Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida is the region's premier pediatric medical center, serving children across Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties. As the only dedicated children's hospital between Tampa and Miami, it provides comprehensive care including neonatal intensive care, pediatric specialties such as cardiology, neurology, and gastroenterology, as well as emergency and specialized transport services. Known for its family-centered approach, the hospital offers amenities like the Milk Lab, Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center, and an autism-friendly environment. Golisano has received numerous accolades, including the Hospital Impact Award from Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, recognition as a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, and the Labor and Delivery Excellence Award from Healthgrades, reflecting its commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care.

In this role you will be responsible for examining, evaluating and testing individuals with mechanical, physiological and developmental impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities or other health and movement-related conditions in order to determine a diagnosis, prognosis and plan of treatment intervention, and assess the ongoing effects of intervention. The OT is also responsible for alleviating impairments, functional limitations and disabilities by designing, implementing and modifying treatment interventions. Additional responsibilities include reducing the risk of injury, impairment, functional limitation and disability, including the promotion and maintenance of fitness, health and wellness in populations of all ages. The OT will be engaged in administration, consultation, education and research. The OT will be expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning.


About our Rehabilitation Team:

Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region. With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety of specialty programs including neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation. With services spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence-based care that restores function and enhances quality of life.

What this Position Requires:

Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Experience: Prior experience working in Acute Care Pediatrics strongly preferred.

Certification: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support).

License: Active Florida State Occupational Therapist Licensure.


About Lee Health:

Lee Health is one of Florida's largest and most respected not-for-profit health systems, proudly ranked among the top 2-5% of hospitals nationwide by Healthgrades' America's 250 Best Hospitals. Our system includes four acute care hospitals-Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital-plus Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees, 2,500 medical staff, and 950+ primary and specialty care providers, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. At Lee Health, we're guided by our mission to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion, and our vision to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing. We live our values every day (Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education) by fostering integrity, delivering exceptional care, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Ready to Make A Difference?

Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.


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