Clinical Occupational Therapist — Restore Independence

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System provides patient-centered interventions to improve functional outcomes, independence, and quality of life. Responsibilities include assessing patients, determining acuity, planning and directing treatment programs, and coordinating with the care team to maximize recovery across orthopedics and general rehab.

The role emphasizes thorough evaluation, hands-on therapy, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary staff to

Qualifications

• Requires ability to assess patients and plan treatment programs.
• Experience with orthopedic populations preferred for orthopedic team roles.
• Florida Occupational Therapist license and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and identify acuity level.
• Plan and implement/direct treatment programs.
• Maximize independence and maintain health through purposeful activities and interventions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

The Occupational Therapist at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System provides patient-centered interventions to improve functional outcomes, independence, and quality of life. Responsibilities include assessing patients, determining acuity, planning and directing treatment programs, and coordinating with the care team to maximize recovery across orthopedics and general rehab.

The role emphasizes thorough evaluation, hands-on therapy, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary staff to