<p>An acute care Occupational Therapist opening in Pensacola, Florida offers a competitive hourly rate, day-shift scheduling, and the clinical depth of a full-service hospital environment. This role centers on restoring patient independence across the full spectrum of acute illness and injury, supported by an interdisciplinary team and access to advanced clinical resources. Pensacola's Gulf Coast lifestyle, affordable cost of living, and strong regional healthcare infrastructure make this a compelling destination for both experienced OTs and motivated new graduates.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay rate: $35–$49 per hour, commensurate with experience</li> <li>Day-shift schedule with 8-hour shifts — no rotating nights</li> <li>New graduates considered alongside experienced candidates</li> <li>Access to professional growth opportunities and advanced clinical resources</li> <li>Supportive, mission-driven culture with interdisciplinary collaboration</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute care facility type — full-spectrum inpatient caseload spanning medical, surgical, and post-acute recovery presentations</li> <li>8-hour day shifts with a structured, consistent schedule</li> <li>Evaluate patient functional abilities and develop individualized, goal-directed therapy plans in coordination with physicians and the broader care team</li> <li>Deliver evidence-based, hands-on interventions targeting independence, healing, and quality of life at every stage of recovery</li> <li>Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans dynamically, and maintain thorough, timely clinical documentation reflecting quality outcomes</li> <li>Provide patient and family education to build confidence, understanding, and active engagement throughout the recovery continuum</li> <li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to ensure safe care transitions and seamless patient experiences</li> <li>Supervisory component available — provide clinical guidance to therapy assistants and/or students</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required</li> <li>Active Florida OT license required — Occupational Therapist Registered/Licensed (OTR/L)</li> <li>One or more years of occupational therapy experience preferred; new graduates with strong acute care clinical preparation will be considered</li> <li>Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required — must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Florida state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Pensacola sits on Florida's northwestern Gulf Coast, offering some of the most consistently ranked white-sand beaches in the country alongside a low cost of living relative to other Florida metros. The city combines a vibrant arts and dining scene, strong public and private school options, and year-round outdoor recreation — from sailing and fishing on Pensacola Bay to hiking in the nearby Blackwater River State Forest. Its central location along the Emerald Coast puts Mobile, Alabama and Panama City within easy driving distance, giving residents both small-city livability and regional connectivity.</p>