NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Golisano Children's Hospital of SWFL

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

Due to the acuity of this role, we are unable to consider new graduates for this position


Are you a compassionate and dedicated NICU 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 a state-of-the-art, family-centered pediatric hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care to our youngest patients. Our Level III NICU offers advanced neonatal care, specializing in treating premature and medically complex infants. As a NICU Occupational Therapist, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on neurodevelopmental support, feeding therapy, and sensory integration to help our tiniest patients thrive.


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: NICU Experience required + Pediatric Acute Care Experience required

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.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• What makes this role different? You'll have the opportunity to provide specialized occupational therapy to premature and medically complex infants in a Level III NICU. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll support neurodevelopment, feeding, sensory integration, and early functional development during a critical stage of a child's care.
• How many patients will I see each day? Patient caseloads vary based on NICU census, patient acuity, and individual treatment needs. Our focus is on providing thoughtful, individualized care that allows clinicians to respond to each infant's unique developmental and medical needs.
• What patient populations will I work with? You'll work primarily with premature and medically complex infants in the NICU, providing care focused on neurodevelopment, feeding, sensory processing, positioning, and functional development. You'll collaborate closely with families and the interdisciplinary care team to support each infant's development and transition to the next stage of care.
• How is compensation determined? We use a comprehensive approach to compensation that considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and internal equity to ensure fair and competitive pay.
• How does Lee Health invest in employee growth and development? We're committed to helping you build a long-term career. Team members have access to annual CEU reimbursement, a complimentary MedBridge subscription, tuition assistance, mentorship opportunities, leadership development programs, and career advancement pathways throughout one of SWFL's largest rehabilitation departments.
• What EMR System will I use? We utilize EPIC across the entirety of our healthcare system, supporting seamless documentation, communication, and collaboration across care teams.

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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