Occupational Therapist- Pembroke Pines
Listed compensation
starting at $65/hr
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Job Description
- Job Location: Nightingale Home Healthcare of Florida Inc - Coral Springs, FL 33065
- Position Type: Part Time
- Travel Percentage: Road Warrior
- Job Shift: Day
- Job Category: Health Care
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health Now Hiring: Pembroke Pines Paid per visit – rates starting at $65 per visit! About Nightingale Home Healthcare: For over 30 years, Nightingale has been dedicated to one purpose – putting our patients first. We provide compassionate, around-the-clock in-home care that helps individuals maintain independence and dignity. Join our caring team and make a difference, one patient at a time! Why Work With Nightingale: Competitive per-visit pay Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle Mileage reimbursement 3 weeks of Paid Days Off (PDO) per year (for eligible employees) One-on-one patient care Referral bonuses up to $500 Regular evaluations with annual merit increases Full-time employees enjoy medical, dental, vision & life insurance + 401(k) match after one year Service Areas Needed: We are seeking a part-time OT to serve the Pembroke Pines area Position Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients to improve their ability to perform daily living and work activities. You’ll design and implement individualized therapy plans to help patients regain independence in their home environment while coordinating care with the broader rehabilitation team. Key Responsibilities:
- Provide effective patient care using approved therapy techniques and procedures
- Evaluate patients’ condition, function level, and treatment goals
- Develop individualized treatment plans and update as needed
- Supervise COTAs and HHAs per care plan requirements
- Document treatment notes and progress in the patient’s chart daily
- Assist patients and families with home exercise programs and adaptive equipment needs
- Recommend and evaluate adaptive equipment for the home setting
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policies
- Coordinate total patient care with the healthcare team
- Complete discharge summaries and obtain orders when needed
- Submit patient documentation and visit records in a timely manner Qualifications
Qualifications
- Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in FL
- Minimum of 1 year of OT experience preferred
- Experience with OASIS and WellSky (Kinnser) strongly preferred
- Current physical (within the last 12 months)
- Current TB test (within last 12 months) and CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to attend a 2–3 day orientation at our Coral Springs office Apply Today! Join Nightingale Home Healthcare and bring your skills and compassion into the homes of those who need it most. Apply now to start making a difference!
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients in their homes to improve daily living activities and independence. They are responsible for designing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, and coordinating care with the broader healthcare team.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in Florida with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Experience with OASIS and WellSky documentation systems is strongly preferred, along with current CPR and TB test certifications.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Florida, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (253 salary observations; 1,542 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,810 salary observations; 26,145 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)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $112k (middle half $96k–$148k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Florida vs national | $96k median in Florida | $97k nationally (−1%)253 state / 6,810 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Florida | 618 active | 9,261 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 32% no call · 71% no weekends41 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Home Care Providers Group | silver tier, 74/100 | Top Employers work-life index40 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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