Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$51.06-$60.07/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Westminster Communities of Florida is a national leader in senior living and dedicated to a mission of service to older adults.
Founded in 1954, Westminster Communities of Florida is a fiscally strong, not-for-profit organization serving more than 10,000 residents in Life Plan Communities and affordable Rental Retirement Communities.
Our communities offer independent living, assisted living, nursing care, home care, pharmacy services, therapy services, and affordable housing for seniors.
Our Life Plan Community, Westminster Suncoast, located near downtown St.
Petersburg, offers the best of both worlds: a beautiful location and a fulfilling career. We hold Joint Commission accreditation, a nationally recognized standard that reflects our commitment to safe, high-quality care.
We are proud to be recognized for excellence in senior care U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Rehab 2026, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care 2026, and 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Engagement.
We are currently searching for an Occupational Therapist This position reports to the Director of Therapy.
Schedule: PRN/On-Call position.
This Position Is Responsible For
- Evaluate, identify and treat physical and cognitive deficits that interfere with the resident’s ability to perform daily life activities. Follow recommendations on MD’s orders.
- Design restorative programs and train residents in the use of adaptive equipment.
- Develop and enter Care Plans in the system for each of the resident’s needs.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
- Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process.
- Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy and Professional Licensure where required by state of law; two years clinical experience preferred.
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem- solving and decision-making skills.
- Utilizes effective time management skills.
- Meet ASHA requirements for the position.
Total Rewards
Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits. Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more.
Visit Career Benefits | Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.
We Thrive: We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow.
We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @WestminsterCareers and on LinkedIn to learn more about
Westminster Communities of Florida.
Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at info.flclearinghouse.com
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating physical and cognitive deficits to improve residents' daily life activities. They will also develop care plans, train residents on adaptive equipment, and perform home assessments as part of the discharge process.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
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 ~$116k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $112k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 48 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 81% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in occupational therapy | ranked against 9,068 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $106k–$125k | Occupational Therapy median $134k (middle half $134k–$134k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$112k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Florida | 654 active | 9,068 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% no call · 81% no weekends48 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 4% offer loan repayment682 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,166 in the last 30 days | 1,639 the 30 days before (+93%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Westminster Communities of Florida a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,068 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$116k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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