Acute Rehab Occupational Therapist – Grow & Impact

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off & family leave

401(k) with match

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking an Acute Rehab Occupational Therapist at Doctors Hospital of Augusta to support patient independence and recovery. You will assess patients, develop individualized plans, and work with a care team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, documentation accuracy, education for patients and families, and mentorship of students and staff within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• (OT) Occupational Therapist
• Bachelor's Degree Required

Responsibilities

• Evaluating each patient’s functional abilities and needs, then developing individualized therapy plans in coordination with physicians and the care team.
• Delivering skilled, evidence-based interventions that promote healing, independence, and quality of life through purposeful, compassionate care.
• Monitoring patient progress, adjusting plans as needed, and ensuring thorough, timely documentation that reflects quality outcomes.
• Educating patients and families to build understanding, confidence, and engagement throughout recovery and beyond.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary partners to ensure seamless transitions of care, safe environments, and exceptional patient experiences.
• Leading by example—providing guidance to therapy assistants or students and upholding HCA Healthcare’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required

Job description

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking an Acute Rehab Occupational Therapist at Doctors Hospital of Augusta to support patient independence and recovery. You will assess patients, develop individualized plans, and work with a care team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, documentation accuracy, education for patients and families, and mentorship of students and staff within a large healthcare system.