Occupational Therapist - Full Time $20,000 Bonus

Select Medical; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Generous PTO

Healthcare plan

401(k) matching

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Select Medical’s outpatient orthopedic team is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join us in Fort Walton Beach and Niceville, traveling between clinics. This full-time role offers a starting salary of $75,000/year, mentoring, and opportunities to grow clinically while delivering evidence-based care to ortho, neuro, and vestibular patients.

New graduates are welcome to apply, with a supportive environment, generous PTO, comprehensive benefits, and a clear path for professional advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy.
• State OT license or eligibility to obtain one.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Stay current with OT research and apply evidence-based practice.
• Build relationships with referral sources and clinics to maintain strong collaboration.
• Collaborate with referring physicians to set patient goals and determine frequency and duration of OT.
• Understand and comply with state Practice Act and supervision requirements.
• Participate in design and implementation of new programs or procedures with managerial approval per HIPAA guidelines.
• Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care within state and federal guidelines.
• Provide comprehensive, individualized treatment plans and timely documentation.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT school

State OT license (or license eligible)

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

Location: 405 Racetrack Rd NE Suite 101, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday

Salary: Starting at $75,000/year pending experience

Our Select Physical Therapy outpatient orthopedic team is seeking an occupational therapist to join us in providing quality patient care.

We are passionate about creating an exceptional patient experience and helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Join our team of professionals treating Ortho, Neuro, and vestibular patients.

We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!

This is a split position that requires travel between our Fort Walton Beach and Niceville Clinics

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

Responsibilities

• Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans