Posted: 05/21/2026Industry:AlliedJob Number: 101531customText2: Allied Health and Therapies
Job Description
Be part of building something from the ground up.
A new acute care hospital opening in the Gainesville area is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join its founding rehabilitation team. This is a unique opportunity to step into a brand-new clinical environment, help shape workflows, and collaborate with a strong interdisciplinary team from day one. If you’re looking for a stable, full-time hospital-based role with consistent hours and meaningful patient impact — this offers both structure and the chance to grow with a new program.
Why This Role
• Brand-new hospital environment — ground floor opportunity
• Hospital-based setting (no home health or PRN travel)
• Consistent schedule and patient volume
• Collaborative rehab team with interdisciplinary support
• Exposure to a diverse patient population (neuro, ortho, stroke, cardiac)
• Open to both new grads and experienced therapists
What You’ll Do
• Evaluate and treat patients in an acute care setting
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehab team members
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
• Educate patients and families to support recovery and independence
What You Need
• Active Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire
• New grads welcome; experience preferred
Additional Details
• Full-time, W2 position
• Sign-on and relocation assistance available (case by case)
• Located in the Gainesville, FL area
Apply
Text “Gainesville OT” to Brooke at 513-767-3753 to learn more or get connected. Referrals are always appreciated — if you know an OT who may be open to a hospital-based opportunity, feel free to pass this along.
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