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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:** 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m./Days

+ **Weekend Work:** Every Other

+ **On Call:** No

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

**Position** Occupational Therapist

**Location** Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** 115213