Occupational Therapist, Acute Care Rehab

Date Posted: Jun 30, 2026

Status: Full time

Shift Details: Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

*Up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus*

*Relocation Reimbursement Assistance Available*

Baptist Medical Center hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care Rehab Team at Baptist Medical Center, located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida.

This is a Full-Time position which will be scheduled for Day shifts Monday - Friday 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 Jacksonville is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We serve families throughout the area with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.

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 Full-Time Occupational Therapist Acute Care Rehab position at Baptist Medical Center, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com.


Education Required

BS

Experience

  • Experience working in an Acute Care setting
  • Splinting Experience
  • Wound Care Experience
  • Developmental Experience
  • Neuro Experience
  • Orthopedics
  • Occupational Therapy Experience

License and Certification

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist - DOH
  • Driver's License - DMV
  • Certified Occupational Therapist - NBCOT (Occupational Therapy)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA

Location

Baptist Jacksonville (Downtown)
800 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, Florida, 32207


About Baptist Health

Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.