Occupational Therapist

HCA Healthcare; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) company match

Paid time off & family leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist (Inpatient Rehab) for a full-time, day shift. You will evaluate patients\' functional abilities, develop individualized therapy plans, and provide hands-on interventions alongside physicians and the care team.

You\'ll monitor progress, adjust plans, document outcomes, and educate patients and families to support recovery. Join a mission-driven team at a brand-new hospital opening Spring 2026, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• State Licensed Occupational Therapist
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized therapy plans with physicians and care team.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to promote healing, independence, and quality of life.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust plans, and document outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to build understanding, confidence, and engagement.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to ensure safe transitions of care.
• Lead by example and uphold HCA Healthcare’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.

Skills

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Patient and family education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

State Licensed Occupational Therapist

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Occupational Therapist with HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Occupational Therapist (Inpatient Rehab) - Full-time, Day Shift

Job Summary And Qualifications

Occupational Therapists play a vital role in helping patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life after illness or injury. Guided by our mission to care for and improve human life, you will deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each patient’s unique goals and capabilities. Working closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team, you will evaluate needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands‑on treatment that supports recovery through every stage of healing. With access to advanced clinical resources, professional growth opportunities, and a culture grounded in purpose, you’ll have the resources and support to grow your expertise while improving more lives in more ways.

Your role will include:

• 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.

What qualifications you will need:

• State Licensed Occupational Therapist
• Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support

Benefits

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026, is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites, we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.

Key Specialties

• Emergency Medicine – Comprehensive emergency care services
• Orthopedic Surgery – Advanced procedures for bones, joints, and musculoskeletal conditions
• Spine Surgery – Specialized care for spinal disorders and injuries
• General Surgery – Full range of surgical treatments for diverse conditions
• Minimally Invasive Surgery – Laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery and reduced complications
• Inpatient Rehabilitation – 30‑bed unit for post‑surgical and injury recovery

Why Join Us

• Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening in Spring 2026
• Work with cutting‑edge technology and innovative surgical techniques
• Join a collaborative, patient‑centered team committed to excellence
• Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare’s nationwide network
• Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Gainesville.

“There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Occupational Therapist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.