Acute Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ functional abilities and limitations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve ADLs, mobility, and safety.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic exercise, and adaptive equipment training.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and case managers.
• Document patient progress and treatment outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Educate patients and caregivers on techniques to improve independence and safety at home.
• Participate in discharge planning and recommend appropriate follow-up 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

Qualifications

• Preferred Location: Morton Plant Hospital - Clearwater, FL
• Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
• Shift Hours: Variable, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./Days
• Weekend Work: Occasional
• On Call: No

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