Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision options

401(k) plan with company match

Education assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital in Hudson, FL, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver evidence-based therapy and support patient independence. You will work with physicians and a care team to assess needs, develop plans, and implement interventions that promote recovery, functional improvement, and quality of life for diverse patient populations.

In this role you will document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure smooth transitions of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Florida OT license.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) through AHA.
• Current FIM (Functional Independence Measure) within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities and develop individualized therapy plans in coordination with physicians and the care team.
• Deliver skilled, evidence‑based interventions to promote healing and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed with thorough documentation.
• Educate patients and families to build understanding and engagement throughout recovery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to ensure safe transitions of care and great patient experiences.
• Lead by example, mentoring therapy assistants or students and upholding hospital mission and values.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Introduction

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:Occupational TherapistHCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital

Benefits

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

• 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.

We are seeking a(an) Occupational Therapist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.

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 yourexpertisewhile improving more lives in more ways.

We are currently looking for an ambitious Occupational Therapist to our team. As our Therapist, you will be a skilled member of the health care team and provide therapeutic services to patients using initial assessments, therapeutic procedures and interventions in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the hospital and applicable law. If you are dedicated to caring for the well‑being of others, this could be your next opportunity.

Your duties and responsibilities may include:

• You will treat disabilities, injuries and disease using therapeutic techniques according to prescriptions from a physician, performs testing and evaluation procedures on patients.
• You will record and document patient observation, treatment and changes in condition. You will also monitor, analyze and review clinical data. Also, you will reevaluate and modify treatment plans and goals based upon patient performance.
• You will communicate clearly and provide explanation of care in a way that can be easily understood by patients and their families. Also, ensure patients family is informed of patient status.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; Masters preferred.
• Experience in appropriate healthcare setting preferred.
• Current Florida Occupational Therapist license.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) through AHA(American Heart Association).
• Current FIM (Functional Independence Measure) required (within 90 days of hire).
• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communicationskills; ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions; PC skills.

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,timelydocumentation 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:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (OT) Occupational Therapist
• Bachelors Degree

HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital has been serving the Hudson, FL community since 1981. As a 392‑bed acute care facility and designated Level II Trauma Center, we are home to the nationally acclaimed Heart Institute and employ over 350 physicians and 1,300 staff members. We were the first hospital in northwest Pasco County to offer a comprehensive cardiac and open‑heart program, and our commitment to quality has earned us recognition for innovative care. Our accredited Heart Institute, Stroke Center, Chest Pain Center, and programs in Cancer Care, Orthopedics, and Neurosurgery exemplify our high‑quality services. With over 100,000 procedures performed, we are dedicated to excellence.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"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

We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team.

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.