Occupational Therapist Assistant - Inpatient Rehabilitation/Acute Care

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

Hospital/Clinic Address: 1000 Mar Walt Dr., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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

• Base Salary: $48,000-$65,000/year (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!