Occupational Therapist - Hospital Based Rehab

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

4h

About The Position

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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Occupational Therapist license or certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated 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 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and healthcare information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate 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 relevant areas such as hospital-based rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, or other specialized areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, plan and provide treatment, assess progress, adjust goals and treatment plans, and make discharge recommendations in accordance with American Occupational Therapy Association (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 time frames specified in policies and procedures for the applicable work areas.
• Monitor for 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.
• Ensure patient care goals are measurable and include specific time frames for attainment.
• Plan, provide, and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time