OT Clinical Leader

MEP Health; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Largo, FL seeks an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide a clinical team and ensure effective treatment implementation. You will provide direct patient care while mentoring staff and coordinating daily operations to support recovery and progress.

The role emphasizes compassionate leadership, collaboration with therapists, and adapting therapies to meet physical, mental, and emotional patient needs in a rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or certification as required in Florida.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an accredited OT program.
• Minimum three years OT or leadership experience; CPR within 30 days if not current.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Therapy Operations with scheduling, training, and communication.
• Direct patient care and tailor interventions to individual needs.
• Foster teamwork and maintain empathetic leadership in daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Therapy techniques

Technology awareness

Education

Bachelors or Masters in OT

OT license (FL)

Job description

Occupational Therapy Team Leader

Role Overview: Lead and support an occupational therapy team in a rehabilitation setting, ensuring effective implementation of treatments and procedures. Provide direct patient care, building meaningful relationships to facilitate recovery and celebrate progress.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Therapy Operations with daily team management, including scheduling, training, and communication. Deliver personalized care tailored to patients' physical, mental, and emotional needs.

Qualifications

Current licensure or certification per state regulations, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited program, and a minimum of three years of occupational therapy or leadership experience, including at least two years of clinical practice. CPR certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire. Specialty certifications are preferred.

Skills and Attributes

Strong leadership, compassionate patient care, effective communication, and teamwork. Knowledge of therapy techniques and technology in a collaborative environment.

Join a supportive organization that values growth, diversity, and impactful outcomes through empathetic leadership and personalized care.