Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Rehab

About Baptist Health 
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital. 

*Up to $1,000 Sign on Bonus*

Baptist Medical Center hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care Rehab Team at our Baptist South campus, located in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Florida.

This is a PRN position which will provide coverage for at least 3 Day shifts per month and participate in a weekend coverage rotation.

The Occupational Therapist will support the Rehab Team by working with a multidisciplinary team in an acute care setting. Caseload includes various diagnoses - neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and general medical.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Evaluates and treats patients in an adult acute care setting.
• Provides minimal outpatient care, mainly for neuro patients and upper extremity wounds (job competency training available).
• Works in a team environment with other Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Provides ongoing patient and family education.
• Works with multidisciplinary teams outside of Rehab Services (hospitalists, physician specialists, nursing, and social services.)

Experience Requirements:

• 1 or more years of Acute Care Occupational Therapist experience strongly preferred

Education & Credential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy Required
• Licensed Occupational Therapist from FL Department of Health Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Required

Baptist South is serving the rapidly growing neighborhoods in southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties. The hospital blends resort-like amenities with the most advanced medical care, providing for the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of patients and their families.

At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.

When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.

If you are interested in this PRN Occupational Therapist Acute Care Rehab position at Baptist South, please apply now or email Hunter at [email protected].

Primary Location:

South - MOB I - 14546
14546 Old St Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32258
United States of America