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Job description
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.
nMadonna 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.
nBayCare 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).
nOccupational Therapist Responsibilities:
nnnConduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
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nnDeliver occupation-based interventions focused on ADL retraining, transfer training, and functional mobility.
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nnImplement preparatory activities such as therapeutic exercise, balance retraining, and cognitive interventions.
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nnCollaborate with physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, physicians, and case managers to ensure coordinated care.
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nnEducate patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment, home safety, and discharge planning.
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nnDocument patient progress and outcomes in accordance with CMS and facility guidelines.
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nnParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning.
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nnMaintain productivity standards while ensuring ethical and patient-centered care.
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n nQualifications
nnnCurrent Florida license as an Occupational Therapist (OTR). Or eligible to obtain.
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nnBLS (Basic Life Support) required.
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nnBachelor's degree Occupational Therapy required
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nnMinimum of 1 year experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or subacute rehab setting preferred.
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nnKnowledge of CMS guidelines and SNF documentation requirements.
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nnStrong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
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nnAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
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nnExperience with neurological, orthopedic, and medically complex patients is a plus.
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n nWhy Join Us?
nnnWork in a nationally recognized, award-winning facility.
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nnBe part of a collaborative and supportive rehab team.
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nnAccess to advanced therapy programs including LSVT BIG & LOUD, VitalStim®, and more.
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nnOpportunities for professional development and continuing education.
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nnFlexible scheduling and competitive compensation.
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n nPosition Details:
nnnFacility: BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-MP REHAB
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nnLocation: Morton Plant Rehabilitation Center - Bellaire, FL
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nnStatus: Full Time, Exempt: No
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nnShift Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m./Days
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nnWeekend Work: Every Other
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nnOn Call: No
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n nEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
nPosition Occupational Therapist
nLocation Clearwater:Morton Plant Rehab | Clinical | Full Time
nReq ID
Worksite address
clearwater, FL, 34623, US
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