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Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

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We are seeking Occupational Therapists (OT) to join our Home Health Team in Charlotte and Sarasota Counties. In this role, there is a real impact in the comfort of patients’ homes.

As part of our compassionate, high‑performing care team, you will evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions that promote independence and improve quality of life.

You will educate patients and families, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, maintain accurate documentation, and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

This is a Per Diem (PRN) position with variable time and hours can vary from week to week based on staffing needs, patient volume, call-offs, vacations, or organizational requirements.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career and make an impact on a supportive and team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

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How will you make an impact & Requirements

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What You'll Do

Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities to develop individualized treatment plans.

Therapeutic Interventions: Provide hands-on therapy to improve patients' daily living skills, mobility, and independence. Implement therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and environmental modifications.

Patient Education: Educate patients and families on strategies for managing and adapting to their conditions, maximizing their independence and quality of life.

Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes.

Documentation: Document patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes accurately and timely.

Professional Development: Stay up to date with the latest research and advancements in occupational therapy practice.

What We're Looking For

  • Licensure: Current and valid Occupational Therapist license in the state of Florida.
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 months experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or rehab.
  • Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
  • Professionalism: Strong work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to providing quality care.
  • Transportation: Reliable transportation to visit patients in their homes.

About Millennium Physician Group

Formed in 2008 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, with offices in Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas, Millennium Healthcare is one of the largest independent physician groups in the state of Florida and the United States.

At Millennium Physician Group, our employees are the foundation of our success. Our promise is to provide you with the tools to do your job successfully, as well as providing a team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver care to our patients and their families. We also promise to care for you as an individual and help you grow in your role.

How to Apply

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you are right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities to develop and implement individualized treatment plans in a home health setting. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide therapeutic interventions and educate patients and families to improve quality of life.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current and valid Occupational Therapist license in the state of Florida. A minimum of 6 months of experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or rehab setting is required.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaborationInterpersonal skillsMobility trainingHome health care

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 Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

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

42 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution40 jobs · 37 employers

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<$110k
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$110k-125k
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$125k-140k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks40 jobs · 37 employers

401k / retirement match
90%
CME allowance
65%
Sign-on bonus
45%
Loan repayment
23%
Relocation assistance
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,448 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Port Charlotte

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$295k
Typical market rent
$1,770/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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