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Works under the direction of the Director of Therapy Services and/or the Supervisor of Therapy Services. The occupational therapist provides direct patient care to all those patients referred for occupational therapy at Leesburg Regional Medical Center, TVRH Rehabilitation Hospital and The Villages® Regional Hospital. The occupational therapist participates in all team conferences, staff meetings and any other appropriate meetings deemed necessary by the specific unit. The occupational therapist is able to interact on a professional basis with all Therapy Team members and is able to understand and react effectively to the unique needs of patients in reference to specific age groups. The occupational therapist demonstrates competency to evaluate, plan and initiate care for patients in accordance with discipline-specific therapy standards as defined by the Florida Department of Health, Board of Occupational Therapy. The therapist provides instruction and assistance to all Therapy Team members and acts in compliance with the ethical conduct of the organization at all times.
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Occupational Therapist
Leesburg, FL
Shift/Days: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Varies
Posted FTE: 0.10 = 4 Hours
As one of the largest health systems in the region, we are able to offer an excellent suite of benefits starting with a core set that includes excellent medical insurance and prescription drug plans, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, generous paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year and an employee assistance plan. We also offer an attractive array of voluntary benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, dependent care and health care reimbursement accounts, dental insurance, vision plan and more. Our retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.
The University of Florida Health System (UF Health) is the Southeast’s most comprehensive academic health center and part of one of the nation’s top 5 public research universities. As the newest member of the growing academic medical family, UF Health Central Florida is proud to build on our own story of inspired care for the communities of central Florida with the support of one of the nation’s most esteemed and sophisticated medical systems. UF Health ranks 53rd on the 2021 Forbes list of Florida’s 100 best workplaces and ranks 31st on their list of best workplaces in the nation for women. UF Health Shands Hospital was included in Indeed’s list of the “2019 Top-Rated Workplaces” for hospitals, which recognizes the 25 “Best Hospitals” in the U.S.
Beautiful Central Florida encompasses the areas in and around metropolitan Orlando, which include Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Brevard, Volusia, Polk, Flagler and Sumter counties.
Its combination of warm temperatures and daily access to outdoor activities is nothing less than ideal. With more than 250 sunny days annually, these weather conditions make Central Florida the perfect place to live, while feeling as if you are on an extended vacation.
Nestled among a blend of scenic parks, national refuges, beautiful lakes and freshwater springs, Central Florida is the ultimate destination for individuals who love bicycling, swimming, snorkeling, boating, golf and dining on outdoor patios.
Beautiful scenery and weather are just the beginning. Looking for something more magical? Central Florida is home to world-famous theme parks, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal Studios. Is it sports you’re after? NBA’s Orlando Magic and MLS’s Orlando City Soccer Club are just a few options right here in our backyard. Food, shopping or the arts more your style? With great shops, community events and fantastic restaurants, Central Florida offers something for everyone!
For a full list of UF Health career opportunities statewide, go to our main career site.
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