Acute Care Occupational Therapist - Full-Time

Baptist Health Care; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Acute care team. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement rehabilitation plans, and coordinate care with physicians and therapists to restore mobility and independence.

The role emphasizes evidence-based modalities, accurate documentation, and teaching patients and caregivers. A Florida OT license and BLS are required; day shift, full-time, onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required or
• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Florida OT license Upon Hire Required

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
• Plans and provides treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
• Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the clinical record.
• Completes all required documentation of services per department standards.
• Maintains and enhances personal knowledge as well as promoting professional standards in Occupational therapy.
• Monitors the treatment activities of COTA’s and aides.
• Supervises students after one year of experience.
• Is responsible for legibly and accurately completing stat sheets and charge slip for each patient seen by the end of their work shift.
• Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization

Written documentation

Motivation of others

Education

Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy

Master's Degree Occupational Therapy

Job description

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Acute care team. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement rehabilitation plans, and coordinate care with physicians and therapists to restore mobility and independence.

The role emphasizes evidence-based modalities, accurate documentation, and teaching patients and caregivers. A Florida OT license and BLS are required; day shift, full-time, onsite.