Occupational Therapist

Ascension; Port Saint Joe (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Port Saint Joe, Florida, to assess daily living skills and design personalized plans restoring patient independence. You will lead evidence-based treatment plans, adapt approaches as milestones are met, and educate families to support transitions home.

This role includes discharge planning and overseeing support staff to ensure high standards of care. The position requires Florida-credentialed OT and BLS certification, with a Bachelor’s degree as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's or Doctorate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess daily living skills and design personalized plans to restore independence.
• Lead treatment planning with evidence-based approaches and adapt as milestones are reached.
• Educate families and caregivers to support progress and transitions home.
• Plan seamless discharge processes and identify adaptive equipment for home use.
• Oversee assistants and technicians to maintain high care standards.

Skills

Patient independence

Clinical leadership

Discharge planning

Care plan development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Job description

• Empower patient independence by assessing their ability to perform daily living skills and designing personalized plans that restore confidence and autonomy.
• Lead the healing journey by implementing creative, evidence-based treatment plans and adapting your approach as the patient hits new milestones in their recovery.
• Advocate for families and caregivers by providing the education and tools they need to understand progress and support their loved one's transition back to daily life.
• Navigate the discharge process by planning seamless transitions and identifying the right adaptive equipment to ensure long-term success at home.
• Support clinical excellence by overseeing the care provided by assistants and technicians, ensuring every team member meets the highest standards of our practice.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Port St. Joe, FL
• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf
• Department: Rehab Services General OP
• Schedule: Day shift l PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Empower patient independence by assessing their ability to perform daily living skills and designing personalized plans that restore confidence and autonomy.
• Lead the healing journey by implementing creative, evidence-based treatment plans and adapting your approach as the patient hits new milestones in their recovery.
• Advocate for families and caregivers by providing the education and tools they need to understand progress and support their loved one's transition back to daily life.
• Navigate the discharge process by planning seamless transitions and identifying the right adaptive equipment to ensure long-term success at home.
• Support clinical excellence by overseeing the care provided by assistants and technicians, ensuring every team member meets the highest standards of our practice.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Occupational Therapy (OT) credentialed from the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

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

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ 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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.