<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 a low cost of living. This role is built for an OT who thrives in a fast-paced inpatient environment, working across the full continuum of acute and rehab-level care as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and a competitive hourly range up to $48.93 make this one of the stronger permanent OT packages on Florida's east coast.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly rate: <strong>$32.62 – $48.93</strong>, commensurate with experience</li> <li>Sign-on bonus of up to <strong>$5,000</strong>, based on eligibility; 2-year commitment may apply</li> <li>Full-time, permanent employment — not a contract or travel position</li> <li>Day shift schedule with rotating weekend coverage</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute-care hospital setting in Fort Pierce, FL — inpatient, hospital-based practice</li> <li>Day shift primary schedule with a rotating weekend rotation</li> <li>Caseload spans functional mobility, ADL retraining, and discharge readiness planning</li> <li>Collaborative interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, and rehab staff</li> <li>Responsibilities include patient evaluation, individualized treatment plan development, skilled OT interventions, progress documentation, and daily caseload management</li> <li>Active involvement in family education and care coordination throughout the episode of care</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required</li> <li>Active Florida OT license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Minimum 1 year of OT clinical experience required</li> <li>Acute care, inpatient, rehab, or hospital-based experience strongly preferred</li> <li>BLS certification required within 30 days of start date</li> <li>Availability for an onsite interview required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Fort Pierce sits on Florida's Treasure Coast, offering direct Atlantic Ocean access, year-round warm weather, and a cost of living well below South Florida's major metros. The area features beaches, fishing, boating, and the Savannas Preserve State Park, while remaining within comfortable driving distance of West Palm Beach and Orlando. For clinicians seeking a genuine coastal Florida lifestyle without the congestion or expense of Miami or Fort Lauderdale, Fort Pierce delivers strong value.</p>