Occupational Therapist Jobs in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Occupational Therapists (OTs) play a pivotal role in the therapy industry by helping individuals across all ages to participate in the activities and tasks they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday tasks (occupations). These professionals work with people who have physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities, and they develop individualized plans to improve their clients' ability to perform daily activities, prevent or minimize disability, and promote overall health and wellness. OTs may work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, clients' homes, or in corporate wellness programs.

Prior to becoming an Occupational Therapist, individuals may serve in roles such as a Rehab Aide, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or even a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Aide to gain relevant experience in the field. To become a successful OT, one should possess excellent interpersonal skills, physical stamina, patience, and creativity. They should also possess strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to assess patients' needs and create appropriate treatment plans. They must have a master's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and pass a national certification examination to become a certified Occupational Therapist. Some states may also require additional licensing.

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Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 16 hours ago

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist....

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Permanent Allied-Occupational Therapist, Rehab

  • StaffDNA
  • Atlantis, FL (15 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Atlantis, FL (15 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Occupational Therapist - Rehab We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team....

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Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago

What we're looking for Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered Current CPR certification...

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Certified Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist

  • Select Physical Therapy
  • Lake Worth, FL (12 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL (12 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Hours TBD Compensation: Starting at $47/hour (pending experience) Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, to treat...

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Certified Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 5 days ago

of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers....

In Person Part Time

Occupational Therapist, OT PRN

  • Optum
  • Hobe Sound, FL (19 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hobe Sound, FL (19 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 7 days ago

, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions....

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Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN, Acute

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago

What we're looking for Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered Current CPR certification...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Tenet Health
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 8 days ago

S/he adheres to the Standards of Occupational Therapy Practice....

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Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Life Care Center
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Background Screening Information - Position Summary The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable...

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Occupational Therapist

  • CORA Physical Therapy
  • Royal Palm Beach, FL (10 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Royal Palm Beach, FL (10 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 13 days ago

The Occupational Therapist (OT) role requires a degree from an AOTA-accredited program and current licensure or eligibility, focusing on providing hands-on care and developing personalized treatment...

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Occupational Therapist

  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Apply Now Occupional Therapist (Full-Time/Part-Time/PRN) Grow Your Career. Make a Difference. Thrive in Outpient Care. Looking to build a meaningful career as an Occupional Therapist (OT)? At CORA...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Alan Taylor
  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 15 days ago

We are a growing pediatric therapy clinic seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our team across multiple South Florida locations....

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Occupational Therapist Senior Living

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Jupiter, FL (9 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (9 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Therapist delivers occupational therapy services to patients in alignment with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and Reliant Rehabilitation's standards....

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Therapy, Education and/or Experience: New graduate applicants welcome + Experienced Therapists Actively Licensed as a Florida Occupational Therapist....

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$120/Evaluation Hobe Sound, FL -Occupational Therapist (OTR,OT): Home Setting

  • Sobe Innovative Rehab
  • Hobe Sound, FL (19 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hobe Sound, FL (19 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL)
  • 21 days ago

Therapy, Education and/or Experience: New graduate applicants welcome + Experienced Therapists Actively Licensed as a VA Occupational Therapist....

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Demographic Data for Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.4%
Doctorate Degree
9.3%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
High School or GED
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Occupational Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



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