NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3208, Olive Street, Saint Nicholas Place, Saint Nicholas, Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida, 32207, United States
About the Team
Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida is a state-of-the-art, family-centered pediatric hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care to our youngest patients. Our Level III NICU offers advanced neonatal care, specializing in treating premature and medically complex infants. The Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region, comprising over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence. We work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings.
About the Role
As a NICU Occupational Therapist, you will join a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make an impact. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on neurodevelopmental support, feeding therapy, and sensory integration to help our tiniest patients thrive. In this role, you will examine, evaluate, and test individuals with mechanical, physiological, and developmental impairments to determine diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment plans. Your work will involve designing, implementing, and modifying interventions to alleviate impairments and functional limitations while promoting fitness, health, and wellness.
Success in this position requires critical thinking, effective communication, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to learning. Please note that due to the acuity of this role, new graduates are not eligible for consideration; NICU and Pediatric Acute Care experience are required.
Hiring Process
Thinking about applying but have a few questions first? You can schedule a time to chat with our Rehabilitation Services Recruiter, Chloe, by clicking the link below:
About Lee Health
Lee Health is one of Florida's largest and most respected not-for-profit health systems, proudly ranked among the top 25% of hospitals nationwide by Healthgrades America's 250 Best Hospitals. Our system includes four acute care hospitals, Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. We are guided by our mission to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion, and our vision to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing.
Equal Opportunity
Lee Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We care for you so that you can care for others, fostering a culture of integrity, excellence, compassion, and education.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3208, Olive Street, Saint Nicholas Place, Saint Nicholas, Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida, 32207, United States
Jacksonville, Florida
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDesign and implement neurodevelopmental and sensory integration interventions
- check_circleProvide feeding therapy to premature and medically complex infants
- check_circleCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans
- check_circleModify treatment interventions based on ongoing patient assessments
- check_circleMaintain professional behavior and utilize critical thinking for patient care
- check_circleExamine, evaluate, and test NICU patients to determine diagnoses and treatment plans
- check_circleConduct research and provide education to staff and families
Requirements
- verifiedBaccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy
- verifiedNICU Experience required
- verifiedPediatric Acute Care Experience required
- verifiedBLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)
- verifiedActive Florida State Occupational Therapist Licensure
Benefits & Perks
check_circleUp to $10,000 in Hiring Incentivescheck_circleMedical, dental, and vision coveragecheck_circleWell-Being Support with holistic health resources and mental wellness programscheck_circleAnnual CEU reimbursement and free MedBridge subscriptionRetirement Match up to 5%
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Occupational Therapy, Nicu, Pediatric Acute Care, BLS, Basic Life Support, Neurodevelopmental Support, Feeding Therapy, Sensory Integration, Neurological Rehabilitation, Vestibular And Balance Therapy.
Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Frequently asked questions about NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health
What does a NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health do?expand_more
A NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health is responsible for the following: Design and implement neurodevelopmental and sensory integration interventions; Provide feeding therapy to premature and medically complex infants; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans; and Modify treatment interventions based on ongoing patient assessments.
What are the requirements for this NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist role?expand_more
Lee Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy; NICU Experience required; Pediatric Acute Care Experience required; BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support); and Active Florida State Occupational Therapist Licensure.
Where is the NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist role at Lee Health located?expand_more
NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health is based in 3208, Olive Street, Saint Nicholas Place, Saint Nicholas, Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida, 32207, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Lee Health has listed this NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist role?expand_more
Candidates for NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health should have mid level.
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Key skills for NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health include Occupational Therapy; Nicu; Pediatric Acute Care; BLS; Basic Life Support; Neurodevelopmental Support; Feeding Therapy; and Sensory Integration.
What education is required for NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
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NICU/Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Lee Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.