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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Center Based

Job Details

Requisition #:
201926

Location:
West Palm Beach, FL 33411

Category:
OT

Salary:
$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Position Details

💙 Occupational Therapist (OT) – Center-Based

Part-Time / PRN | Pediatric Day Health Care Center

📍 Location: West Palm Beach, FL


🌈 About the Role

Make a lasting difference in the lives of children while working in a fun, supportive, and rewarding environment!

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team and provide goal-oriented, center-based therapy for pediatric clients. Our Pediatric Day Health Care Centers are cheerful, engaging spaces designed especially for children with complex medical needs — places where therapy, learning, and play come together to help little ones grow and thrive.

If you’re passionate about empowering children and families while making a real impact in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!


Position Details

💰 Rate: Starting at $40/hour
🕓 Schedule: Monday – Friday, daytime only
🌞 No nights. No weekends. No holidays.

Enjoy a supportive, child-focused work environment that offers both purpose and balance.


🩺 What You’ll Do

As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you’ll play an essential role in helping children achieve greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Your Responsibilities Include:

  • Delivering occupational therapy services as prescribed by a physician.

  • Conducting comprehensive evaluations to identify therapy needs, goals, and expected outcomes.

  • Developing and implementing a personalized Plan of Care, coordinating with nurses and healthcare staff.

  • Administering therapeutic techniques to meet developmental and functional goals.

  • Maintaining open communication with families, team members, and physicians to ensure quality, consistent care.

  • Ensuring patient safety and adherence to best practices.

  • Acting as a resource and mentor for clinical staff.

  • Supervising COTAs and HHAs as required.

  • Participating in case conferences, in-services, and team meetings to support collaborative care.


🎓 Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

  • Current, unrestricted Florida OT license.

  • Certification in Occupational Therapy.

  • Current CPR certification.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance with care standards.


🌟 Preferred Qualifications

  • One (1) year of recent experience in acute care or rehabilitation.

  • Pediatric experience highly preferred.


💼 Skills & Abilities

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.

  • Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.

  • Compassionate communicator with outstanding organization and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ensure confidentiality at all times.


💪 Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and reposition patients safely.

  • Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and twisting for extended periods.

  • Strong visual and hearing acuity.

  • Able to respond effectively to emergency situations both physically and mentally.


🌍 Work Environment

  • Function comfortably in a variety of center-based environments.

  • May involve exposure to allergens, blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.

  • Maintain a safe, nurturing, and positive space for every child and family.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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Why work for Aveanna?

  • Thorough training
  • Flexible schedules
  • Electronic charting
  • Access to a clinical supervisor 24/7
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Weekly pay via multiple payment options