Acute Care Occupational Therapist - Restore Independence

HCA HealthONE; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Education support

Job summary

HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence after illness or injury. You will evaluate needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands-on therapy in a busy acute care setting.

You will work with physicians and a care team to promote healing, monitor progress, and document outcomes, educating patients and families throughout recovery. This role involves mentoring students and therapy assistants while upholding our mission and

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AOTA-accredited OT program (BS/MS/OTD).
• Current NBCOT certification and Colorado OT license.
• BLS certification per AHA guidelines.
• Clinical rotation/work experience in acute care or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient abilities and develop therapy plans with care team.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to promote healing and independence.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans; document outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to support understanding and engagement.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to ensure safe transitions of care.
• Mentor therapy assistants or students and uphold HCA's mission.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification

Colorado OT license

BLS certification

Job description

HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence after illness or injury. You will evaluate needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands-on therapy in a busy acute care setting.

You will work with physicians and a care team to promote healing, monitor progress, and document outcomes, educating patients and families throughout recovery. This role involves mentoring students and therapy assistants while upholding our mission and