Occupational Therapist - OT

Occupational Therapist - OT

Florida Orthopaedic Institute is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Tampa Bay Area. If you are passionate about hand therapy, upper extremity rehabilitation, or outpatient orthopaedics, we have a place for you.

Tampa Bay Area - Clinics in Clearwater and St. Petersburg.

• Sign‑on bonuses available
• Competitive salary: $77,000 – $100,000 annually (based on skills and experience)
• Realistic scheduling and productivity goals that prioritize quality patient care
• Career growth opportunities and advancement pathways
• License renewal reimbursement and CME/CEU support
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)
• Generous paid time off, plus 8 paid holidays annually
• Collaborate with leading orthopaedic hand surgeons and therapy specialists
• A culture of teamwork, education, innovation, and patient‑centered excellence

We empower people to regain their happiness and identity by decreasing pain, restoring motion and strength, and helping them return to the activities and roles that bring joy and purpose.

Our Hand & Occupational Therapy department is a strong and growing team of Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs) who deliver top‑notch care for patients with complex orthopaedic injuries and conditions. Working closely with nationally recognized surgeons, you’ll have the opportunity to advance clinical skills, collaborate with experts, and provide life‑changing therapy services.

• Evaluate and manage therapy patients, identifying functional limitations and setting treatment goals
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans of care
• Deliver hands‑on treatments and advanced therapeutic interventions
• Fabricate and fit custom splints and orthoses
• Coordinate patient care with physicians, PTs, PTAs, and other therapy team members
• Document patient evaluations, progress, treatments, and outcomes in compliance with clinical standards
• Provide patient and family education on injury, recovery expectations, and home exercise programs
• Collaborate in community education and research opportunities to advance occupational therapy practice
• Provide additional coverage at FOI locations as needed

We’re looking for a dedicated and skilled OT who is passionate about hand therapy, orthopaedics, and patient rehabilitation.

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Certified by NBCOT as an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR)
• Licensed by the state of Florida
• Current CPR certification
• Strong splinting skills and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced outpatient setting
• Commitment to patient‑centered care and teamwork

• 3 years of experience in an outpatient hand therapy setting in close collaboration with hand surgeons
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or actively working toward certification within the next year
• WebPT or other EMR experience
• At least 6 months of focused hand therapy experience

Apply today and join a team that’s redefining hand therapy and musculoskeletal rehabilitation across Florida.

We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. All candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment drug screening and/or be subject to random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.