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Leslie Polinkas

Occupational Therapist- Certified Hand Therapist

occupational therapist Palatka, FL Lake Area Physical Therapy

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Overview

Level

Staff

Tenure

5 years at Lake Area Physical Therapy

Connections

Position in HealthTal Database

35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Leslie Polinkas is one of them.
1,632 occupational therapists are based in FL (out of 96,789 total healthcare contacts in that state).
5 contacts at Lake Area Physical Therapy 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 verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
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Education

Florida Community College At Jacksonville

Florida State College At Jacksonville

1979

University Of Florida

1982

Skills

Hand Therapy Orthotics Pediatrics Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapists Rehabilitation Orthopedic Treatment Home Care Rehab Acute Care Injury Inpatient

Professional Overview

Leslie Polinkas is a Occupational Therapist- Certified Hand Therapist, currently affiliated with Lake Area Physical Therapy, based in Palatka, FL. As a occupational therapist, Polinkas contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Palatka, FL. They have been with Lake Area Physical Therapy for 5 years. Polinkas holds academic credentials from Florida Community College At Jacksonville and Florida State College At Jacksonville. Core competencies include Hand Therapy, Orthotics, Pediatrics, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapists. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. 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 Palatka, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Leslie Polinkas located?

Leslie Polinkas is based in Palatka, FL. They are currently affiliated with Lake Area Physical Therapy.

What is Leslie Polinkas's specialty?

Leslie Polinkas specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist- Certified Hand Therapist.

Where does Leslie Polinkas currently work?

Leslie Polinkas currently works at Lake Area Physical Therapy. They have been there for 5 years.

What is Leslie Polinkas's educational background?

Leslie Polinkas attended Florida Community College At Jacksonville and Florida State College At Jacksonville.

How do I contact Leslie Polinkas for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?

Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

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.