Occupational Therapist (OT)

Lake city healthcare and rehabilitation; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PRN pay

Flexible scheduling

Collaborative interdisciplinary team

Modern rehabilitation environment

Meaningful impact on residents’ lives

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Lake City Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Lake City, Florida is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. The OT will help residents regain independence through personalized, evidence-based therapy, focusing on ADLs, mobility, cognition, and overall functional recovery.

Responsibilities include evaluating residents, developing and adjusting treatment plans, documenting progress, and educating families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current and active Florida Occupational Therapist license.
• Active Level 2 Background Screening (or ability to obtain).
• CPR certification preferred.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each resident's goals and clinical needs.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, strength, coordination, and cognitive function.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and home exercise programs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, speech and physical therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, facility, and professional standards.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and resident-centered environment that promotes dignity and independence.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Clinical decision making

CPR certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Facility: Lake City Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: Lake City, Florida
Schedule: PRN
Pay Rate: $57 per hour

Join Our Rehabilitation Team

Lake City Healthcare and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. In this role, you will help residents restore independence, improve functional abilities, and achieve their highest level of performance through personalized, evidence-based therapy interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each resident's goals and clinical needs.

• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, strength, coordination, and cognitive function.

• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and home exercise programs.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, speech and physical therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, facility, and professional standards.

• Foster a positive, respectful, and resident-centered environment that promotes dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

• Current and active Florida Occupational Therapist license.

• Active Level 2 Background Screening (or ability to obtain).

• CPR certification preferred.

• Previous experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting is preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.

Why Join Lake City Healthcare and Rehabilitation?

• Competitive PRN pay

• Flexible scheduling

• Collaborative interdisciplinary team

• Modern rehabilitation environment

• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives

• Supportive leadership committed to clinical excellence

Join Lake City Healthcare and Rehabilitation and become part of a compassionate team dedicated to helping residents regain independence and achieve their highest quality of life through exceptional rehabilitative care.

Background screening information:
Florida Clearinghouse