Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Outpatient Rehab, Nocatee Clinic, Wolfson Children's Hospital
Compensation
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Job Description
About Wolfson Children’s Hospital
Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. We’re a part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top place to work in health care and features several centers of excellence, including Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
*Up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus*
Wolfson Children's Hospital Rehab Services is hiring a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join the Outpatient Rehab Team. This is a Full-Time position located at Wolfson Children's Nocatee outpatient rehab clinic.
The Occupational Therapist will support the Wolfson Children's Hospital Rehab team by working with patients under the age of 18 with a varied caseload. This position requires a candidate with previous experience working with children and previous neuro, ortho and outpatient patient experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Evaluates and treats patients with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and medical diagnoses.
- Extensive patient/family education.
- Works with multidisciplinary team care.
Experience Requirements
Pediatric Occupational Therapy in the outpatient setting is 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
Wolfson Children’s Hospital is recognized among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report year after year and is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care.
At Wolfson Children's Hospital, 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 Wolfson, 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. Wolfson 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 Pediatric Occupational Therapist position at Wolfson Children's Nocatee Outpatient Rehab Clinic, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com.
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Primary Location
HealthPlace at Nocatee
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat pediatric patients with developmental, neurological, and orthopedic diagnoses. They will also provide extensive patient and family education while working within a multidisciplinary care team.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid Florida Department of Health license. Previous experience in pediatric outpatient settings, including neuro and ortho care, is strongly preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Pediatrics median $98k (middle half $85k–$109k)433 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Florida | 22 active | 682 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 42% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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