Occupational Therapist

Fitness Quest Physical Therapy • Lakewood Ranch, FL

54d • Onsite

About The Position

Full-Time Occupational or Physical Therapist (Certified Hand Therapist) needed in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. This role involves reviewing patient medical history, developing individualized treatment plans, diagnosing patients, and utilizing various therapeutic techniques to manage pain and improve mobility. The position also requires recording patient progress and modifying treatment plans as needed. The company emphasizes a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture, and utilizes AI-enabled clinical documentation to reduce therapist documentation time by 90%. A LIFT (Loan Incentive for Therapists) program offers up to $25,000 in student loan repayment for eligible clinicians. Competitive salaries, sign-on bonuses, comprehensive mentorship, career development, leadership opportunities, generous paid time off, industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) employer matching, and family building/parental benefits are provided.

Requirements

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (or ability to obtain in the state of practice)
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success
• Basic computer skills
• CPR and first aid certification required

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred
• CHT-eligible (minimum 4,000 hours of hand therapy experience and 3 years of practice), awaiting board examination
• Level II fieldwork in hand therapy, with relevant continuing education, and 1–2 years of outpatient hand therapy experience as a licensed OT
• New grads with Level II fieldwork in hand therapy with a strong clinical interest in upper extremity rehabilitation and a commitment to pursuing advanced training and certification in hand therapy

Responsibilities

• Reviewing patient medical history and developing individualized treatment plans
• Diagnosing patients by observing movements and listening to concerns
• Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to manage pain and improve mobility
• Recording patient progress and modifying treatment plans as needed

Benefits

• Up to $15,000 in sign-on bonuses available
• AI enabled Clinical documentation which therapists report reduces documentation time by 90%
• LIFT (Loan Incentive for Therapists) program – eligible clinicians may receive up to $25,000 in student loan repayment, paid directly to the lender
• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive mentorship and career development
• Leadership and talent development opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Industry leading Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD insurances
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Family Building and Parental Benefits

What This Job Offers

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