Occupational Therapist

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Madonna Ptak Morton Plant Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed, 5-star rated facility located on the campus of Morton Plant Hospital. We specialize in post-acute care and rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, speech, and recreational therapy. Our mission is to provide superior, patient-centered care that enables individuals to regain independence and return home safely.

BayCare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist with SNF experience to join our interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients recovering from neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and complex medical conditions. You will play a key role in helping patients regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs (IADLs).

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver occupation-based interventions focused on ADL retraining, transfer training, and functional mobility.
• Implement preparatory activities such as therapeutic exercise, balance retraining, and cognitive interventions.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, physicians, and case managers to ensure coordinated care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment, home safety, and discharge planning.
• Document patient progress and outcomes in accordance with CMS and facility guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning.
• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring ethical and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Florida license as an Occupational Therapist (OTR). Or eligible to obtain.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• Bachelor's degree Occupational Therapy required
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or subacute rehab setting preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS guidelines and SNF documentation requirements.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience with neurological, orthopedic, and medically complex patients is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a nationally recognized, award-winning facility.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive rehab team.
• Access to advanced therapy programs including LSVT BIG & LOUD, VitalStim, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Flexible scheduling and competitive compensation.

Position Details:

• Facility: BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-MP REHAB
• Location: Morton Plant Rehabilitation Center - Bellaire, FL
• Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
• Shift Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m./Days
• Weekend Work: Every Other
• On Call: No

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled