Occupational Therapist (OT) - Center-Based (Part-Time/PRN)

Job description

Part-Time / PRN | Pediatric Day Health Care Center

📍 Location: Melbourne, FL

🌈 About the Role

Make a lasting difference in the lives of children while working in a fun, supportive, and rewarding environment!

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team and provide goal-oriented, center-based therapy for pediatric clients. Our Pediatric Day Health Care Centers are cheerful, engaging spaces designed especially for children with complex medical needs — places where therapy, learning, and play come together to help little ones grow and thrive.

If you’re passionate about empowering children and families while making a real impact in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

✨ Position Details

💰 Rate: Starting at $50/hour
🕓 Schedule: Monday – Friday, daytime only

Enjoy a supportive, child-focused work environment that offers both purpose and balance.

🩺 What You’ll Do

As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you’ll play an essential role in helping children achieve greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Delivering occupational therapy services as prescribed by a physician.

• Conducting comprehensive evaluations to identify therapy needs, goals, and expected outcomes.

• Developing and implementing a personalized Plan of Care, coordinating with nurses and healthcare staff.

• Administering therapeutic techniques to meet developmental and functional goals.

• Maintaining open communication with families, team members, and physicians to ensure quality, consistent care.

• Ensuring patient safety and adherence to best practices.

• Acting as a resource and mentor for clinical staff.

• Supervising COTAs and HHAs as required.

• Participating in case conferences, in-services, and team meetings to support collaborative care.

🎓 Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current, unrestricted Florida OT license.

• Certification in Occupational Therapy.

• Current CPR certification.

• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance with care standards.

🌟 Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of recent experience in acute care or rehabilitation.

• Pediatric experience highly preferred.

💼 Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.

• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.

• Compassionate communicator with outstanding organization and teamwork skills.

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ensure confidentiality at all times.

💪 Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and reposition patients safely.

• Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and twisting for extended periods.

• Strong visual and hearing acuity.

• Able to respond effectively to emergency situations both physically and mentally.

🌍 Work Environment

• Function comfortably in a variety of center-based environments.

• May involve exposure to allergens, blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.

• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and positive space for every child and family.

💙 Join Aveanna Healthcare Today!

At Aveanna, you’ll find more than just a career — you’ll find purpose, connection, and joy in every day. Join our incredible team and help us create brighter futures for children in our community.

KEYWORDS: Pediatric, PDHC, PPEC, PECC, Occupational Therapy, OT, Rehab, Therapy Services, Child Development, Center-Based, Healthcare, Daycare