Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-Time, PT, or PRN

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Lake Butler Hospital | Lake Butler, Florida

Full-Time | Part-Time & PRN Opportunities May Be Available

Sign-On Bonus Available for Full-Time Positions!

Join Our Team!

Lake Butler Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team! Whether you're an experienced therapist or a recent graduate looking to begin your career, we invite you to explore the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients in our community.

As a Critical Access Hospital serving Union County and surrounding North Florida communities, Lake Butler Hospital provides 24-hour emergency care, inpatient hospitalization, swing bed services, rehabilitation, outpatient laboratory, and diagnostic imaging services. We are committed to delivering high-quality, personalized healthcare in a welcoming and compassionate environment.

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides therapeutic interventions to help patients improve their independence, mobility, and ability to perform everyday activities.

Working closely with physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, the OT plays an important role in helping patients recover from injuries, manage disabilities, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional abilities, needs, and rehabilitation goals to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and established standards of care.
• Help patients improve their ability to perform daily living activities and regain functional independence.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and strategies for continued recovery.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Promote patient safety, comfort, and well-being throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Occupational Therapist license.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong clinical judgment, flexibility, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred:

• One year of occupational therapy experience in a hospital or similar healthcare setting.
• Experience in hand therapy, including treatment of injuries, conditions, and post-surgical rehabilitation.

New graduates are encouraged to apply! Previous professional experience is not required for candidates who meet the educational and licensing requirements.

Why Lake Butler Hospital?

At Lake Butler Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to provide personalized, patient-centered care while working alongside a supportive healthcare team. As a rural community hospital, we value the relationships we build with our patients and the meaningful impact our team members make every day.

Join us and help our patients regain independence, restore function, and improve their quality of life!

Apply today and become part of the Lake Butler Hospital team!

Full-time positions are eligible for a sign-on bonus. Part-time and PRN opportunities may also be available.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,720 - $75,637