Occupational Therapist, PRN, Acute Care Rehab, Baptist South
Compensation
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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
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapist median $83k (middle half $79k–$100k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All occupational therapist listings in Florida | 678 active | 10,103 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 36% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $1k sign-on | Florida occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 4% offer loan repayment678 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 8,008 in the last 30 days | 4,487 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 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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