<p>A full-time, permanent Occupational Therapist opportunity is open at an acute-care hospital in Fort Pierce, FL — a coastal Treasure Coast community with year-round sunshine and an affordable Florida lifestyle. This inpatient role places an OT inside a collaborative interdisciplinary team focused on helping patients regain functional independence, mobility, and the ability to perform activities of daily living. With a competitive hourly range, a sign-on bonus, and a day-shift schedule, this position suits an experienced clinician ready to grow in a hospital-based setting.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly rate: $32.62 – $48.93 per hour, commensurate with experience</li> <li>Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility-based; 2-year commitment may be required)</li> <li>Full-time, permanent direct-hire position</li> <li>Day shift schedule with rotating weekend coverage</li> <li>Paid time off (PTO) included in benefits package</li> <li>Health, dental, and vision insurance options available</li> <li>Retirement plan included in benefits package</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Inpatient, acute-care hospital setting serving the Fort Pierce, FL region</li> <li>Interdisciplinary team environment with collaborative care model across rehab and hospital service lines</li> <li>Clinical focus on functional mobility restoration, ADL retraining, and individualized treatment planning</li> <li>Daily caseload management across acute, inpatient, and rehab patient populations</li> <li>Fast-paced clinical environment requiring strong prioritization and documentation skills</li> <li>Day shift primary schedule with rotating weekend assignments — no overnight call</li> <li>Onsite interview required prior to hire</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required; advanced degree (MOT, OTD) preferred</li> <li>Active Florida OT license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Florida</li> <li>Minimum of 1 year of OT clinical experience required</li> <li>Experience in acute care, inpatient rehab, or hospital-based settings strongly preferred</li> <li>BLS certification required — must be obtained within 30 days of start date</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and manage a daily caseload</li> <li>Strong documentation, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Fort Pierce sits on Florida's Treasure Coast, offering direct access to Atlantic beaches, the Indian River Lagoon, and year-round warm weather that supports an active outdoor lifestyle. The area combines a lower cost of living relative to South Florida's major metros with proximity to both Palm Beach and the Space Coast, making it an attractive base for clinicians who want coastal living without the urban price tag. Fort Pierce's growing healthcare corridor, local arts scene, and family-friendly neighborhoods make it a compelling long-term home for healthcare professionals at any career stage.</p>