Occupational Therapist

Westminster Towers Orlando; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Westminster Towers Orlando is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Health Center team in Orlando, FL. The role includes patient assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and inter-disciplinary collaboration to support a rehab caseload.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and Florida licensure with two years of clinical experience; MS degree preferred. The position involves teaching care staff and participating in program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy plus two years clinical experience.
• State of Florida professional licensure required.
• Master of Science degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat physical and cognitive deficits affecting daily activities.
• Design restorative programs and train residents in adaptive equipment use.
• Develop and enter Care Plans in the system for resident needs and maintain documentation.
• Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of discharge process.
• Perform resident screenings during admission and quarterly/annual reviews.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Two years clinical experience

Florida licensure

Master of Science degree preferred

Job description

We are currently searching for an Occupational Therapist to work in the Health Center. This role provides patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. The Occupational Therapist participates in the interdisciplinary team process, and provides teaching and training to care giving staff; including involvement
with the clinical program development.

Schedule:

This position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm. Weekend Availability Required.

This position is responsible for:

• Evaluate, identify and treat physical and cognitive deficits that interfere with the resident’s ability to perform daily life activities. Follow recommendations on MD’s orders.
• Design restorative programs and train residents in the use of adaptive equipment.
• Develop and enter Care Plans in the system for each of the resident’s needs. Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
• Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process.
• Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, Healthcare Administration, or related field and two (2) years clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or medically related area. State of Florida professional licensure. Master of Science degree preferred.

Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem- solving and decision-making skills, utilizes effective time management skills, ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers, strong oral and written communication skills, strong organizational and analytical skills.

Our life Plan Community, Westminster Towers, located in bustling downtown Orlando near Lake Lucerne. We hold Joint Commission accreditation, a nationally recognized standard that reflects our commitment to safe, high-quality care. We are proud to be recognized for excellence in senior care
from U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Rehab 2026, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care 2026, Newsweek, America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2026, 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Engagement, and 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Satisfaction.

Total Rewards:

Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits. Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more. Visit Career Benefits | Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.

We Thrive:

We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow. We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

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Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires.

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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