Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Pediatrics
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Job Description
The TGH Inpatient Pediatric Therapy Team provides PT, OT, and SLP therapy services to patients in the Muma Children’s Hospital, NICU, PICU, and the CARF-accredited Pediatric Rehab Program. The number one goal of our team is to make a difference in the lives of our patients – one day, one milestone, one miracle at a time. In collaboration with our patients and their families, we overcome great obstacles. We achieve and celebrate our successes together.
Our multidisciplinary rehab team provides therapy services in both acute care areas as well as our CARF-accredited Inpatient Pediatric Rehab program. The team creates treatment plans that are individualized to meet each patient’s unique needs and interests.
By providing developmentally appropriate care that acknowledges each child’s / adolescent’s need to learn and play, we optimize patient participation and outcomes. We work hard to help our patients reach their goals, and we have fun along the way!
Under the general supervision of the Manager and according to the established policies and procedures, plans and administers treatment and therapy programs designed to assist patients having various cognitive and physical disabilities to achieve their highest level of functional independence. Also responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.
Position will cover all areas of IP Pediatric rehab
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensure/Registration: Licensure by the State of Florida as an Occupational Therapist.
- Pediatric acute care experience required
- NICU experience strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
Plan and administer therapy programs for pediatric patients with cognitive and physical disabilities to maximize functional independence. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide individualized care in acute care and rehab settings.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and licensure by the State of Florida. Experience in pediatric acute care is required, with NICU experience 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, 38% have no call, 72% 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).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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