Occupational Therapist Inpatient and Acute PRN

HCA HealthONE; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 59,553 - 89,337; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

HCA HealthONE in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence after illness or injury. This role involves evaluating patient needs, developing tailored care plans, and providing evidence-based therapy to ensure optimal recovery. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, state certification, and prior clinical experience. The position offers competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA accredited school with a relevant degree.
• Maintains current registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Active Occupational Therapy Certification in Colorado required.
• Experience in acute care or similar setting.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification needed within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs and develop individualized therapy plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions for healing and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Educate patients and families about recovery processes.
• Collaborate with care team for seamless transitions of care.
• Provide guidance to therapy assistants and uphold company values.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Evidence-based therapy

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with NBCOT

Certification in BLS for HealthCare Providers

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $43.23 - $64.85 / hour

Benefits

HCA HealthONE Aurora 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.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association accredited school with a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Maintains current registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Maintains active Occupational Therapy Certification in the State of Colorado.
• Maintains current certification in BLS for HealthCare Providers (in accordance with American Heart Association guidelines).
• Successful completion of student clinical rotation or work experience in at least one of the following settings: acute care hospital, long‑term acute care facility, skilled nursing facility, and/or acute rehabilitation setting.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Master’s Degree.

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.