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Job Description
The Occupational Therapy Assistant is a licensed provider of occupational therapy services that delivers skilled occupational therapy treatments to patients following the plan of care established by and under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The position carries out a therapeutic plan directed toward maximizing independence in activities of daily living, improving mobility, relieving pain, increasing strength, and decreasing deformity due to disease or injury.
Responsibilities
Implements the plan of care as established by an Occupational Therapist.
Provides occupational therapy services according to the state practice act, under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
Makes recommendations to and participates in the revisions to the plan of care.
Updates the Occupational Therapist of changes in the patient status that will impact the plan of care.
Educates the patient/caregivers in treatment and care to engage patient in being an active participant in continuing activities at home.
Completes all required documentation according to current policies and procedures. Documentation reflects care provided and the outcomes achieved.
Maintains and enhances professional clinical knowledge as well as promoting professional standards in occupational therapy. Pursues professional growth and development.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Associates Degree Occupational Therapy Required or
Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy Required
Licenses and Certifications
Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA_NBCOT) State of Florida Upon Hire Required
BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Competence in the delivery of skilled occupational therapy services and knowledge of the scope of practice for an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Competent in the delivery of evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
Excellent time and resource management skills.
About Us
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Job Info
Job Identification 10768
Job Category Licensed Technical
Posting Date 08/27/2026, 02:49 PM
Locations 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL, 32503, US
Job Schedule Part time
Job Shift Day
Work Environment On Site
FTE 0.6 PT
Worksite address
gulf breeze, FL, 32562, US
Who can apply
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