Occupational Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting states $50–$65 an hour. 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, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. 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.
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in Florida · Every state's rule
Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 87.1%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.21x · Clicks 25
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs
About the job
Occupational Therapist - SIGN ON BONUS!
Skilled Nursing Facility | Venice, FL
The Palms at Venice in Venice, Florida is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary rehab team. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents’ functional independence and quality of life in a supportive clinical environment.
Position Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve ADLs, mobility, strength, and coordination
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary team members
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulations
- Participate in care plan meetings and discharge planning
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility guidelines
Qualifications
- Current Florida Occupational Therapist license (required)
- Experience in a Skilled Nursing or Post-Acute Care setting preferred
- Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to quality resident care and outcomes
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling options
- Supportive leadership and rehab team
- Stable, long-term opportunity in a growing organization
To Apply:
Submit your resume for confidential consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
From The Palms at Venice's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About The Palms at Venice
The Palms at Venice hires therapists, nurses and nursing assistants in Venice, Florida.
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