Occupational Therapist Assistant - Acute Care
Listed compensation
$25-$35/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job Overview & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist in the practice of occupational therapy to include development deficits, activities of daily living work conditioning, range of motion, coordination, balance endurance, cognition, and exercise programs to restore function and increase strength.
- Your Responsibilities as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Acute Care
- Prepare equipment for treatment and assist an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients
- Establish strong relationships with each patient so that they have ability to exceed their functional goals
- Demonstrate a positive connection with patient, fellow clinicians, and other team members
- Build and maintain relationships throughout the community
- Qualifications & Pay Range
Qualifications
- Graduate of an APTA or CAPTE approved occupational therapist assistant program
- State Licensure
- Basic Life Support Certification via the American Heart Association
Compensation
- Compensation: $25-$35/hour (based on experience and market factors)
- What You Will Get
- In addition to the standard benefit offering, you can expect to receive:
- Competitive Compensation
- Professional development and career progression
- Experience working with a diverse patient population in neuro, trauma, ortho, and hand therapy
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) accrual
- Company Overview
A Top Workplace
At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities.
From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.
PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values.
This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.
Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today! To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!
Key Responsibilities
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists licensed therapists in providing rehabilitative care to improve patient function and strength. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, facilitating therapeutic activities, and building strong relationships with patients to help them achieve functional goals.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $60k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$60k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Florida | 625 active | 9,061 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida Occupational Therapist listings: 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 4% offer loan repayment652 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,243 in the last 30 days | 1,641 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$62k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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