Outpatient Occupational Therapist

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. BayCare is currently in search of our newest Outpatient Occupational Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. The Bloomingdale Health Hub is an innovative, high-tech health and wellness destination designed to make life better for residents in the greater Brandon area. "Unlock Your Career Potential: Join our Team of Occupational Therapists and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits!" Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) Paid time off Tuition reimbursement 401k match and additional yearly contribution Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus Community discounts AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work! Outpatient Occupational Therapistresponsibilities Use standardized assessments, clinical observations, and patient interviews to determine the impact of the patient's condition on their ability to perform daily tasks. Identify patient strengths, challenges, and potential goals for therapy. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessment results. Design and implement interventions aimed at improving patients’ functional abilities and independence in daily activities. Provide hands-on interventions to improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, strength, coordination, and cognitive function. Implement techniques to improve memory, attention, problem-solving, and other cognitive functions, especially for patients with neurological conditions. Support family members and caregivers with understanding the patient’s needs Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements. Evaluate a patient’s readiness for discharge, ensuring they are safe and able to perform necessary ADLs independently or with the help of family and caregivers. Provide recommendations for home modifications, further rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy if necessary. Ensure a smooth transition from inpatient care to outpatient or home-based therapy services. Requirements BLS (Basic Life Support) OT (Occupational Therapy) Or OT (Occupational Therapy) Eligible to obtain Required Bachelor's Occupational Therapy Preferred 1 year Occupational Therapy Location: Bloomingdale Main - Valrico, FL Status: Full Time, Exempt: No Shift Hours: 8:00-4:30/Days Weekend Work: None On Call: No How often will this team member be working remotely? Never Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr BayCare Health System