Occupational Therapist- Outpatient

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Education assistance

Job summary

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is looking for an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. The role involves evaluating patients, developing therapy plans, and providing evidence-based treatments in collaboration with medical staff.

Ideal candidates will have an accredited OT program degree, Tennessee licensure, and BLS certification. You'll join a supportive environment that values professional growth and patient care in a 100-bed facility serving Rutherford County.

Qualifications

• State of Tennessee Occupational Therapist license is required.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate each patient’s functional abilities and needs.
• Develop individualized therapy plans in coordination with physicians.
• Deliver skilled, evidence-based interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families about care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners.

Skills

Compassionate care

Evidence-based therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient evaluation

Patient education

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

State of Tennessee Occupational Therapist license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Occupational Therapist? At TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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 you will do in this role

• You willdemonstrateknowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span andpossessthe ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirementsrelativeto his/her age‑specific needs.
• You willdemonstrateknowledge to assess and adjust care in coordination with the health care team acrossthecontinuum
• You will assess patients/familiesability to learn and incorporate teaching throughout hospitalization and in preparation for discharge
• You will deliver compassionate, holistic care, while supporting the rights and dignity of all patients

Qualifications

• State ofTennesseeOccupational Therapist licenserequired
• Must be a graduate of an accredited OT program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, current

TriStar StoneCrest proudly serves Rutherford County, Tennessee. Our 100 bed hospital offers complete medical care for adults and children. This includes emergency, surgical, and many other services. Our medical staff of about 500 physicians includes more than 45 specialties. Many physicians have offices on the hospital campus. Our staff is committed to providing quality patient care. We offer compassion and comfort in our modern facility.

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.