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Baptist Health System
Jacksonville, Florida

Occupational Therapist, PRN, Acute Care Rehab, Baptist South

Occupational TherapistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

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Job Description

About Baptist Health

Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years.

We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals.

Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.

*Up to $1,000 Sign on Bonus*

Baptist Medical Center hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care Rehab Team at our Baptist South campus, located in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Florida.

This is a PRN position which will provide coverage for at least 3 Day shifts per month and participate in a weekend coverage rotation.

The Occupational Therapist will support the Rehab Team by working with a multidisciplinary team in an acute care setting. Caseload includes various diagnoses - neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and general medical.

Job Responsibilities

Evaluates and treats patients in an adult acute care setting.

Provides minimal outpatient care, mainly for neuro patients and upper extremity wounds (job competency training available).

Works in a team environment with other Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.

Provides ongoing patient and family education.

Works with multidisciplinary teams outside of Rehab Services (hospitalists, physician specialists, nursing, and social services.)

Experience Requirements

1 or more years of Acute Care Occupational Therapist experience strongly preferred

Education & Credential Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy Required
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist from FL Department of Health Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Required

Baptist South is serving the rapidly growing neighborhoods in southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties. The hospital blends resort-like amenities with the most advanced medical care, providing for the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of patients and their families.

At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.

When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.

If you are interested in this PRN Occupational Therapist Acute Care Rehab position at Baptist South, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com.

Primary Location

South - MOB I - 14546 14546 Old St Augustine Rd Jacksonville, FL 32258 United States of America

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients in an acute care setting across various medical diagnoses. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and hospital staff to provide comprehensive patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid Florida Department of Health license. A minimum of one year of acute care experience is strongly preferred, along with a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

RehabilitationPatient EvaluationPatient TreatmentNeurological RehabilitationOrthopedic RehabilitationCardiac RehabilitationUpper Extremity Wound CarePatient EducationMultidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Physical Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context

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).

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 36% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapist market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapist median $83k (middle half $79k–$100k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All occupational therapist listings in Florida678 active10,103 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 36% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$1k sign-onFlorida occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 4% offer loan repayment678 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings8,008 in the last 30 days4,487 the 30 days before (+78%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapist pay trend (all specialties)+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Florida figures use all occupational therapists: too few Florida Physical Therapy postings state pay.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs · 24 employers
7
<$100k
12
$100k-115k
4
$115k-130k
5
$130k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 24 employers
401k / retirement match
93%
CME allowance
60%
Sign-on bonus
30% this job
Loan repayment
17%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist, OT, Flexible Schedule, Home HealthContract

Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#2

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Flexible ScheduleContract

Concierge Home Care · Brandon, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#3

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

$67-$73/hr
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 33 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Below most Physical Therapy (Occupational Therapy) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 86 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Jacksonville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$270k
Typical market rent
$1,589/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Jacksonville, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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