Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab

Ascension • Pensacola, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Sacred Heart Inpatient Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their Rehab Services department. This is a full-time day shift position with a weekend rotation. The role involves assessing patients' ability to perform independent living skills, designing and implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and planning for patient discharge. The Occupational Therapist will also oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Occupational Therapy (OT) credentialed from the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
• Design the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Document findings of patient progress.
• Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversee the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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