Occupational Therapist

HCA Houston Healthcare; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and family leave

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare in Webster, Texas is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and quality of life after illness or injury. You will deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to the unique goals of each patient.

The ideal candidate will evaluate patient needs, create therapy plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Must hold Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) or Occupational Therapist (OT) certification.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of employment.
• 1 year of occupational therapy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient functional abilities and needs, developing therapy plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions promoting independence and quality of life.
• Monitor patient progress, adjusting plans and documenting quality outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to build understanding and engagement.
• Collaborate for seamless transitions of care and exceptional experiences.
• Guide therapy assistants or students in line with HCA values.

Skills

Therapeutic intervention

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) or Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job description

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 at HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, you will deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each patient’s unique goals and capabilities. You will work closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team to evaluate needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands‑on treatment that supports recovery through every stage of healing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate each patient’s functional abilities and needs, then develop individualized therapy plans in coordination with physicians and the care team.
• Deliver skilled, evidence‑based interventions that promote healing, independence, and quality of life through purposeful, compassionate care.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust plans as needed, and ensure thorough, timely documentation that reflects quality outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to build understanding, confidence, and engagement throughout recovery and beyond.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to ensure seamless transitions of care, safe environments, and exceptional patient experiences.
• Provide guidance to therapy assistants or students and uphold HCA Healthcare’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) or Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• 1 year of experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and retirement readiness tools.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and scholarship opportunities.
• Additional benefits including fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

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.