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Occupational Therapist per Visit - St. Petersburg, FL

BeFit RehabilitationSt. Petersburg, FLPosted 3w agoStill open, checked every night

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapist jobs in Florida post a median of $49 an hour, the middle half $45.45–$55, across 115 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapists employed in Florida earn a median of $47.77 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Licensed in another state?

Florida is not issuing OT Compact privileges, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a Florida license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Florida license, apply to the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Department of Health) for a license by endorsement ($180, by its own page): what Florida asks. Every state's OT Compact status.

What Florida requires of an occupational therapist

Occupational Therapist License, from the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy Practice (Department of Health).

  • Under MOBILE endorsement (s. 456.0145, F.S.): an active, unencumbered license from another state, a passing NBCOT examination score or current NBCOT certification, at least two years of active practice in the four years before applying, no National Practitioner Data Bank report and no discipline in the past five years. Electronic fingerprinting and license verification from every state where a license was held are also required.
  • Staying active: Renews every two years (current licenses expire February 28, 2027), with 26 hours of continuing education: 22 general hours (at least 14 live), 2 on prevention of medical errors and 2 on Florida laws and rules.

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  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%

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About the job

The Company

Looking for flexibility in your day? Driving all over town just to complete visits? Pressured to see too many patients in an acute setting to truly give the time and care needed for improvement? BeFit Rehabilitation solely focuses on providing rehab services to residents within assisted living facilities. We want our team to truly become a part of their dedicated community and bring quality of life to the residents beyond the gym. We have existing relationships in place with facilities all over the state and will be rapidly expanding over the next year. We look forward to having you join this exciting opportunity.

Job Overview

This role is for a per visit OT in an ALF setting in St Petersburg. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will perform OT Evaluations and Treatments to help Seniors improve their ability to perform daily activities.

Duties

  • Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provide direct patient care by guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and activities.
  • Monitor patient progress and document changes in their condition or response to treatment.
  • Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, exercises, and strategies for improving daily living skills.
  • Maintain accurate records of patient care and progress in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Actively lead exercise classes, participate in community events, and work collaboratively with community personnel
  • Utilize medical terminology effectively when communicating with team members and documenting patient interactions.

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology related to occupational therapy practices.
  • Experience in acute care, outpatient, inpatient, clinic, or home health settings is highly desirable.
  • Proficient in assisting patients with various therapeutic exercises and activities.
  • Understanding of physiology and its application in rehabilitation processes.
  • Ability to provide compassionate patient care while maintaining professionalism.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Requirements

  • Valid Occupational Therapist license in the state of Florida.
  • Experience in a skilled nursing facility, ALF, or home health setting preferred.
  • Knowledge of physiology and medical terminology essential for effective patient care.
  • Familiarity with working with individuals with disabilities, including autism.
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Ability to perform discharge planning effectively to ensure continuity of care.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate care that enhances the quality of life for patients.

Full benefits are available!

Join our team as a Certified Occupational Therapist where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve while furthering your professional development in a supportive environment.

From BeFit Rehabilitation's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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