Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$45.05-$53/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
We are currently searching for an Occupational Therapist to work in the Health Center. This role provides patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. The Occupational Therapist participates in the interdisciplinary team process, and provides teaching and training to care giving staff; including involvement with the clinical program development.
Schedule
This position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm. Weekend Availability Required.
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.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, Healthcare Administration, or related field and two (2) years clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or medically related area. State of Florida professional licensure. Master of Science degree preferred.
Demonstrated 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, ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers, strong oral and written communication skills, strong organizational and analytical skills.
Our life Plan Community, Westminster Towers, located in bustling downtown Orlando near Lake Lucerne. 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 from U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Rehab 2026, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care 2026, Newsweek, America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2026, 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Engagement, and 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Satisfaction.
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
Assess residents’ physical and cognitive needs, provide occupational therapy treatment, develop care plans, and document services accurately. Design restorative programs, train residents and caregiving staff, conduct home assessments and screenings, and contribute to interdisciplinary care and clinical program development.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy, healthcare administration, or a related field and two years of clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or medically related setting are required, along with Florida professional licensure. A Master of Science degree is preferred; strong communication, clinical judgment, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, organizational, and analytical skills are also expected.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Florida, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (243 salary observations; 1,486 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,625 salary observations; 25,396 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$102k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $99k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 49 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 31% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Westminster Communities of Florida a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,294 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$102k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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