Occupational Therapist Seasonal PRN

HCA Healthcare; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Completion bonus

401(k) plan

PRN status with variable hours

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Seasonal Occupational Therapist at Research Medical Center to evaluate patients, design individualized therapy plans, and deliver evidence-based care. You’ll work closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to support recovery and quality of life through all stages of healing.

Role includes hands-on therapy, regular progress monitoring, and thorough documentation. This is a PRN seasonal position with potential for transition to FT/PT/PRN openings after the

Qualifications

• OT license and credentialing as an Occupational Therapist.
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• No travel required; PRN/seasonal work with variable shifts.
• Minimum of one year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating each patient’s functional abilities and needs; develop individualized therapy plans with physicians and care team.
• Delivering skilled, evidence-based interventions to promote healing and independence.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust plans, and document outcomes thoroughly.

Skills

No Travel Required

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

BCLS Certification

Job description

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.

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.

Seasonal Position Requirements and Incentives:

• Seasonal position for 11/8/26 -- 2/27/27
• Completion bonus to be paid to eligible employees after the successful completion of 16 consecutive weeks of employment while meeting all shift requirements during that period.
• All Seasonal RNs/PCTs/ RRTs are required to work a minimum of 72 hours per pay period (0.9 FTEs) during the seasonal period.
• Two (2) weekend shifts are required for each 4-week period if applicable.
• During the 16-week period, the employee is required to work one holiday shift as defined by Department Manager or designee.
• Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call‑off. There is no guarantee of hours by the hospital. However, if employees are called off by the facility, then they will still be eligible for the completion bonus.
• Seasonal Staff will not be eligible for benefits, except 401 (k) and retirement contribution per the PRN policy.
• Staff members classified in the Seasonal Program are eligible for Critical Staffing Need Differential payments, when approved for their department and after they have completed three scheduled shifts in a week (i.e. 4th shift is paid Critical Staffing Differential).
• Shifts may vary based on needs of the department.
• After the completion period has been met, employees are eligible to apply to open FT/PT/PRN vacancies.
• Current PRN employees with 0.001 or .3 FTE commitment can be considered for this program.
• Based on business needs, the seasonal program can be ended at any time.
• This program cannot be combined with Seasonal Incentive Program.

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 qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• (OT) Occupational Therapist
• Bachelors Degree
• No Travel Required
• One (1) Required Year of Experience

Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Research Medical Center (https://researchmedicalcenter.com) is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas

Research Psychiatric Center (https://researchpsychiatriccenter.com) is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

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 cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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