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Healthpro Heritage
Clearwater, Florida

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$55/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem
Call expectations
Not specified
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Job Description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a rewarding PRN Occupational Therapist opportunity at our partner long-term care facility in Clearwater, FL. You’ll join a compassionate, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

  • Why You’ll Love This Role
  • Hourly pay up to $55 (based on experience, open to negotiate)
  • Supportive team of compassionate therapists
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day
  • What You’ll Do
  • Evaluate and treat residents to improve function, mobility, and quality of life
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Collaborate closely with an experienced care team
  • Complete documentation in accordance with regulatory and company standards
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Active Florida Occupational Therapist license
  • Passion for geriatrics and patient-centered care
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.

Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.

Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.

Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.

Qualifications

  • Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible

Skills: Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Key Skills

Treatment planningClinical documentationPhysical therapy assistance

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Healthpro Heritage ranks #5 of 11 employers hiring Occupational Therapist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In Florida, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (118 salary observations; 517 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (5,208 salary observations; 15,532 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 44 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 27% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$114k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution24 jobs

11
<$115k
6
$115k-130k
4
$130k-145k
3
$145k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 27 employers

CME allowance
82%
401k / retirement match
76%
Sign-on bonus
12%
Relocation assistance
9%
Loan repayment
6%

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Clearwater

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$422k
Typical market rent
$1,963/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Growth opportunities
Collaborative culture