Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time

Overview :

UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital North

New Hospital*

Jacksonville, FL)

Learn more about UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital and Select Medical. Help shape the culture of this new hospital.

Occupational Therapist

Full-time

We are committed to your growth and success!

Clinical Ladder Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Extensive and thorough orientation program

Team oriented environment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)

A 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Short and Long Term Disability

Personal and Family Medical Leave

Here, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas.

Responsibilities :

Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.

Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.

Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.

Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical / therapeutic services, as well as available community resources.

Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.

Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.

Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.

Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.

Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of COTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Occupational Therapist is required.

Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Additional Data :

Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment.

Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.