Occupational Therapist

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

Be Valued for Being You at Lee Health its all about you! Are you a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist looking for a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make an impact? At Lee Health, we prioritize exceptional patient care in a collaborative setting that encourages work-life balance, continuous education, and clinical excellence.

What We Offer You: Because the work you do matters, we make sure that you are supported both personally and professionally. We provide:

• Up to $10,000 in Hiring Incentives (if eligible)
• Exceptional Benefits medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Well-Being Support holistic health resources and mental wellness programs
• Professional Development Annual CEU reimbursement, free MedBridge subscription, and career advancement pathways
• Retirement Match up to 5%
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling options
• Expense-paid on-site interviews for eligible candidates

At Lee Health, we care for you so that you can care for others.

About This Position: Lee Memorial Hospital is a 290-bed acute care facility and the original cornerstone of Lee Health. It is a nationally recognized, nonprofit hospital offering advanced services including a Primary Stroke Center designation and a DNV-accredited Orthopedic Center of Excellence. It is no longer a trauma-designated hospital but continues to provide comprehensive emergency, medical, and surgical care. With a proud history of delivering award-winning, patient-centered care, it has served the Fort Myers community for over a century. In 2028, Lee Memorial Hospital will transition services to the newly opened Lee Health Fort Myers campus, which will serve as a hub for the Musculoskeletal Institute, featuring cutting-edge technologies and state-of-the-art equipment to advance orthopedic and rehabilitative care.

In this role you will be responsible for examining, evaluating and testing individuals with mechanical, physiological and developmental impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities or other health and movement-related conditions in order to determine a diagnosis, prognosis and plan of treatment intervention, and assess the ongoing effects of intervention. The OT is also responsible for alleviating impairments, functional limitations and disabilities by designing, implementing and modifying treatment interventions. Additional responsibilities include reducing the risk of injury, impairment, functional limitation and disability, including the promotion and maintenance of fitness, health and wellness in populations of all ages. The OT will be engaged in administration, consultation, education and research. The OT will be expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning.

About Our Rehabilitation Team: Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region. With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety of specialty programs including neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation. With services spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence-based care that restores function and enhances quality of life.

What This Position Requires: Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Experience: No previous job experience required.

Certification: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support).

License: Active Florida State Occupational Therapist Licensure.

Before You Apply:

• How many patients will I see each day? Patient caseloads vary based on unit assignment, patient complexity, and individual treatment needs. Our focus is on delivering safe, high-quality care while allowing clinicians the flexibility to provide individualized treatment throughout the day.
• What patient populations will I work with? You'll work with adult patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, trauma, neurological conditions, cardiovascular disease, cancer, critical illness, and other acute medical diagnoses helping patients regain independence with activities of daily living, mobility, and functional skills needed for a safe transition to the next level of care.
• How is compensation determined? We use a comprehensive approach to compensation that considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and internal equity to ensure fair and competitive pay.
• How does Lee Health invest in employee growth and development? We're committed to helping you build a long-term career. Team members have access to annual CEU reimbursement, a complimentary MedBridge subscription, tuition assistance, mentorship opportunities, leadership development programs, and career advancement pathways throughout one of SWFL's largest rehabilitation departments.
• What EMR System will I use? We utilize EPIC across the entirety of our healthcare system.

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. Our system includes four acute care hospitals Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital plus 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, 2,500 medical staff, and 950+ primary and specialty care providers, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. At Lee Health, we're 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. We live our values every day (Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education) by fostering integrity, delivering exceptional care, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Ready to Make A Difference? Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.