Occupational Therapist OT

HCA Florida South Shore Hospital; Sun City Center (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with a 100% match

Education assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida South Shore Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and quality of life post-illness or injury. You will be part of a dedicated team evaluating needs and delivering tailored evidence-based therapy.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and possesses strong critical thinking and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master’s preferred.
• Experience in an appropriate healthcare setting preferred.
• Current Florida Occupational Therapist license required.

Responsibilities

• Treat disabilities, injuries, and diseases using therapeutic techniques.
• Record and document patient observations and treatment changes.
• Communicate care explanations clearly to patients and families.

Skills

Critical thinking

Service excellence

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

BLS certification

FIM certification

Job description

Introduction: Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Occupational Therapist? At HCA Florida South Shore Hospital, 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.

Schedule

Sunday through Thursday

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.

Responsibilities

• Treat disabilities, injuries and disease using therapeutic techniques according to prescriptions from a physician; perform testing and evaluation procedures on patients.
• Record and document patient observation, treatment and changes in condition; monitor, analyze and review clinical data; reevaluate and modify treatment plans and goals based upon patient performance.
• Communicate clearly and provide explanation of care in a way that can be easily understood by patients and their families; keep families informed of patient status.
• 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, adjusting 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.
• Lead by example—providing guidance to therapy assistants or students and upholding HCA Healthcare’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master’s preferred.
• Experience in an 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 communication skills; ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions; PC skills.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

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 other partners.
• 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.

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.