Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

This Occupational Therapist opening is based in Atlantis, FL, at a 558-bed acute care hospital that serves as a Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, an American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center, a certified Ventricular Assist Device program, and an American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Program, with additional service lines spanning cardiovascular care, neurosciences, robotic surgery, orthopedics, spine, bariatrics, behavioral health, and obstetrics.

The role. The Occupational Therapist manages the complete occupational therapy care process for an assigned patient caseload, working in close coordination with physicians and the broader patient care team across the continuum of care. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting evaluations, contributing to individualized care plans, and delivering purposeful, skilled treatment interventions within the scope established by law and professional ethics. The therapist monitors and documents patient responses to treatment and changes in condition, and communicates payor-related requirements to physicians, the treatment team, and patients and their families in a timely manner. The role also carries caseload management responsibilities, including determining daily staffing needs and coordinating patient assignments and handoffs.

What we're looking for.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registered Occupational Therapist (ROT) licensure
• One year of experience preferred; new graduates will be considered
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Schedule. Full-time, day shift with rotating weekends.

Compensation. $32.62 - $46.50/hr plus SOB and Relocation on a case by case basis