Occupational Therapist, Acute Care Rehab

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Relocation Reimbursement

Job summary

Baptist Health in Downtown Jacksonville is seeking an Occupational Therapist for our Acute Care Rehab Team. This full-time position is scheduled for day shifts Monday through Friday with weekend rotation.

Responsibilities include evaluating and treating adults in acute care, providing limited outpatient care for neuro patients and upper-extremity wounds, and educating patients and families. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including OT, PT, and SLP professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in Florida required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in an adult acute care setting.
• Provides minimal outpatient care, mainly for neuro patients and upper extremity wounds.
• Works in a team environment with other Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Provides ongoing patient and family education.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams outside Rehab Services (hospitalists, physician specialists, nursing, and social services).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist from FL Department of Health

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Job description

About Baptist Health

Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not‑for‑profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.

• Up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus*
• Relocation Reimbursement Assistance Available*

Baptist Medical Center hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care Rehab Team at Baptist Medical Center, located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida.

This is a Full-Time position which will be scheduled for Day shifts Monday - Friday and participate in a weekend coverage rotation.

The Occupational Therapist will support the Rehab Team by working with a multidisciplinary team in an acute care setting. Caseload includes various diagnoses - neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and general medical.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in an adult acute care setting.
• Provides minimal outpatient care, mainly for neuro patients and upper extremity wounds (job competency training available).
• Works in a team environment with other Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Provides ongoing patient and family education.
• Works with multidisciplinary teams outside of Rehab Services (hospitalists, physician specialists, nursing, and social services.)

Experience Requirements

• 1 or more years of Acute Care Occupational Therapist experience strongly preferred

Education & Credential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy Required
• Licensed Occupational Therapist from FL Department of Health Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Required

Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care.

We serve families throughout the area with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.

At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.

When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.

Primary Location:

Downtown - Main Building