Occupational Therapist PRN

Volunteers of America; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Early access to earnings

Referral bonuses & scholarships

Job summary

Preserve Rehab & Living Center in Fort Myers, FL seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our team. This PRN/part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and the chance to provide meaningful rehab in a welcoming campus setting.

Responsibilities include evaluating residents, supervising staff, planning and coordinating OT services, and maintaining accurate treatment records. Florida OT licensure is required, with prior long-term care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an Occupational Therapy curriculum or eligible for certification overseen by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Minimum of one year experience as an OT in a long-term care facility.
• Ability to understand medical terminology and apply it to OT to communicate effectively and prepare reports.
• Dexterity to manipulate tools/materials while instructing residents.
• Adequate strength and endurance for physical demands of equipment and patient activities.
• Must be licensed or registered in state as an OT.
• Ability to use computers and electronic devices for timekeeping, inservicing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates residents and provides OT upon written physician order.
• Supervises OT assistants and rehabilitation aides in direct patient care.
• Plans, coordinates and evaluates the OT services offered by the department.
• Provides OT to residents as ordered by physicians.
• Supervises delivery of OT services to ensure performance levels.
• Maintains treatment records with progress notes and observations.
• Participates in resident care planning conferences as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Dexterity

Team coordination

Time management

Education

OT degree or eligible for certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist PRN

• Posted on October 15, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Preserve RLC
Fort Myers, FL 33912, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $52 USD per hour
• Therapy
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: OCCUP008667

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join Preserve Rehab & Living Center as an OT in beautiful Fort Myers, FL. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Pay: $39.00 - $46.50/HR based on years of experience
Schedule:PRN, Part Time or Full Time

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

1. Graduate from an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association, or is eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Association under its requirements.

2. A minimum of one year experience as an Occupational Therapist in a long-term care facility.

3. Ability to understand medical terminology and how it applies to Occupational Therapy in order to communicate effectively with residents, staff and physicians, and to prepare meaningful reports.

4. Coordination and dexterity necessary to manipulate tools and materials while instructing residents.

5. Adequate strength and endurance to meet physical demands involved in using equipment, tools and materials while instructing residents.

6. Must be licensed or registered in state as an Occupational Therapist.

7. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 1. Evaluates residents and provides Occupational Therapy upon the written order of the resident’s attending physician.
2. 2. Manages and supervises the Occupational Therapy assistants and/or rehabilitation aides in direct resident/patient care and resident/patient-related activities.
3. 3. Plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates the Occupational Therapy offered by the department (i.e.: assist with scheduling, transportation, filing, and mailing).
4. 4. Provides Occupational Therapy to the residents upon written order of the resident’s attending physician
5. 5. Supervises the delivery of Occupational Therapy Services on a regular basis to ensure an acceptable level of performance from Occupational Assistants.
6. 6. Prepares and maintains treatment records with progress notes and observations
7. 7. Participates in resident care planning conferences when needed to coordinate the care of the residents.
8. 8. Communicate with Director of Rehabilitation and other health team members regarding resident/patient progress, problems and plans.
9. 9. Administers personnel functions of the Occupational Therapy Department
10. 10. Monitors monthly department expenditures to budget.
11. 11. Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation.

About Us
The Preserve Rehab & Living Center is a welcoming community located on The Preserve Assisted Living Campus in Fort Myers. We offer assisted living, memory support, 75 skilled nursing suites for long-term care, skilled nursing memory support, and skilled rehabilitation services, all designed to provide compassionate, person-centered care in a supportive environment. Located in the beautiful city of Fort Myers, the community provides a supportive and compassionate environment for residents at every level of care. The surrounding area offers easy access to Gulf Coast beaches, nature preserves, and a variety of dining, shopping, and cultural experiences that make Fort Myers a vibrant and desirable place to live and visit.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

This position requires compliance with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process. Please see the Clearinghouse screening information here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

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