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Ascension Health Occupational Therapist in Panama City, Florida
Your future role at a glance
Location: Panama City, Florida
Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
Department: Rehab Services
Schedule: PRN | Day shift
8am - 5pm
Weekdays
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
Retirement: 403(b) plan
Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Evaluate patients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs to identify barriers to independence and create personalized recovery goals.
Design and implement individualized treatment plans that restore daily living skills, improve functional mobility, and promote safe return to home and community.
Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions proactively to maximize outcomes and accelerate recovery.
Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies and equipment use to build confidence, prevent setbacks, and support long-term success.
Lead and support occupational therapy assistants and technicians to ensure coordinated, high-quality care aligned with best practice standards.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Licensed Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.
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