Occupational Therapist - Hospital Based Rehab

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

5d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs to help patients with cognitive, physical, and functional impairments achieve their highest level of independence in daily activities. Care is delivered according to evidence-based practice and patient-centered principles, and responsibilities align with the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital and its standards of patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Occupational Therapist license or certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong foundation in clinical skills and patient-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and various healthcare information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, with sound judgment in clinical decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• For experienced candidates, expertise in hospital-based rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, or other specialized areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, plan and provide care, assess progress, adjust goals and treatment plans, and make discharge recommendations in accordance with AOTA guidelines.
• Consider patients’ ages and developmental levels in all aspects of care.
• Maintain current knowledge and expertise in patient care.
• Respond to new evaluations within the timeframes specified in policies and procedures for the relevant work areas.
• Monitor changes in patients’ conditions and the work environment and respond appropriately.
• Document patient care, patient and family education, and responses to care accurately, consistently, and promptly in the medical record.
• Set measurable patient care goals with specific timeframes for attainment.
• Plan, provide, and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level