Occupational Therapist (Home Health)
Open in 3 locations
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Florida
3 openMelbourne, Florida, United States (opens on this page)
Posted 7mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapist jobs in Florida post a median of $49.54 an hour, the middle half $45.57–$55, across 117 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).
Occupational therapists in Florida: pay by town and employer
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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About the job
Parx Home Health Care is looking for a talented Occupational Therapist to join our team!
The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for providing high quality and coordinated care to patients in their homes and communities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in home health care, an understanding of state and federal regulations, and a passion for helping patients live their best lives.
What you’ll be doing
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans for each client, tailored to their specific needs and goals
- Evaluate and treat clients with physical and cognitive limitations to help them improve their daily living skills, range of motion, strength, and balance
- Utilize adaptive equipment and recommend modifications to the client's environment to enhance their independence and safety
- Educate clients and their caregivers on ways to manage their condition and prevent future injuries
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client assessments, progress notes, and care plans
- Stay current with new developments and research in occupational therapy
- Adhere to professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice
- Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards of nursing practice
What we expect from you
- Active license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of Florida
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an Occupational Therapist
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
- Passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care
Requirements
This position requires background screening through Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
From Parx Home Health Care's job posting for Melbourne, Florida, United States, checked 14 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Parx Home Health Care
Parx Home Health Care is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Port Saint Lucie, FL providing nursing, therapy and home health aide care at home. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, therapists and caregivers. Source: CMS Home Health Care Agencies
Based in Port Saint Lucie, FLHires in FloridaPay on its listings: 0% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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