Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehabilitation

Location: Pensacola, FL – Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola, Inpatient Rehabilitation Department

Schedule: PRN

About the Organization

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
• Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Document findings of patient progress and monitor/modify the plan of care as needed.
• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Occupational Therapy (OT) credential from the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy (required prior to hire date or job transfer date).
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (required). Master’s or Doctorate degree (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of Inpatient Rehabilitation experience.

Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan.
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.