At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. **Madonna Ptak Morton Plant Rehabilitation Center** is a 120-bed, 5-star rated facility located on the campus of Morton Plant Hospital. We specialize in post-acute care and rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, speech, and recreational therapy. Our mission is to provide superior, patient-centered care that enables individuals to regain independence and return home safely. **BayCare** is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist with SNF experience to join our interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients recovering from neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and complex medical conditions. You will play a key role in helping patients regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs (IADLs). **Occupational Therapist Responsibilities:** + Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans. + Deliver occupation-based interventions focused on ADL retraining, transfer training, and functional mobility. + Implement preparatory activities such as therapeutic exercise, balance retraining, and cognitive interventions. + Collaborate with physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, physicians, and case managers to ensure coordinated care. + Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment, home safety, and discharge planning. + Document patient progress and outcomes in accordance with CMS and facility guidelines. + Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning. + Maintain productivity standards while ensuring ethical and patient-centered care. **Qualifications** + Current Florida license as an Occupational Therapist (OTR). Or eligible to obtain. + BLS (Basic Life Support) required. + Bachelor's degree Occupational Therapy required + Minimum of 1 year experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or subacute rehab setting preferred. + Knowledge of CMS guidelines and SNF documentation requirements. + Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills. + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. + Experience with neurological, orthopedic, and medically complex patients is a plus. **Why Join Us?** + Work in a nationally recognized, award-winning facility. + Be part of a collaborative and supportive rehab team. + Access to advanced therapy programs including LSVT BIG & LOUD, VitalStim®, and more. + Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. + Flexible scheduling and competitive compensation. **Facility:** BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-MP REHAB **Location:** **Morton Plant Rehabilitation Center - Bellaire, FL** **Status:** **Full Time, Exempt: No** **Shift Hours:** **8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m./Days** **Weekend Work:** **Every Other** **On Call:** **No** **How often will this team member be working remotely?** Never Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled **Position** Occupational Therapist **Location** Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Full Time **Req ID** 115213