Brenda Schaffnit

Occupational Therapist · Senior Home Care

occupational therapist Gainesville, FL

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Gender
Female

Experience

Occupational TherapistCurrent
Senior Home Care
Gainesville, FL

Education

University of Florida
Bachelor of Health Science
1985 – 1989
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts in Education
1975 – 1977

Skills

Occupational Therapy Geriatric Rehabilitation Vestibular Rehabilitation Stroke Rehabilitation Inpatient/Outpatient Rehabilitation Dementia Support Home Care Ndt Certified Adult Low Vision Pediatrics Home Evaluations/Modifications Long Term Care Acute Care

Professional Overview

Brenda Schaffnit is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Senior Home Care, based in Gainesville, FL. As a occupational therapist, Schaffnit contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Gainesville, FL. Schaffnit holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Arts in Education, from University of Florida and University of Florida. Core competencies include Occupational Therapy, Geriatric Rehabilitation, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Stroke Rehabilitation, Inpatient/Outpatient Rehabilitation. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Gainesville, FL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Brenda Schaffnit is one of them.
  • 1,632 occupational therapists are based in FL (out of 96,788 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 11 contacts at Senior Home Care are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in FL: $70,000 – $117,000 (median $90,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in FL: Sole Proprietor (33), Adventhealth (30), Brooks Rehabilitation (19).
  • 4% of occupational therapists in FL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 74% of occupational therapists in FL have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Brenda Schaffnit located?

Brenda Schaffnit is based in Gainesville, FL. They are currently affiliated with Senior Home Care.

What is Brenda Schaffnit's specialty?

Brenda Schaffnit specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.

Where does Brenda Schaffnit currently work?

Brenda Schaffnit currently works at Senior Home Care.

What is Brenda Schaffnit's educational background?

Brenda Schaffnit attended University of Florida and University of Florida.

How do I contact Brenda Schaffnit for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?

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What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in FL?

occupational therapists in FL typically earn $70,000 to $117,000 annually, with a median of $90,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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