PRN Occupational Therapist - Compassionate Rehab

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital is seeking an ambitious Occupational Therapist to join our PRN team. You will assess, plan, and treat patients using evidence‑based therapy in coordination with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team.

Your role includes documenting progress, communicating with families, and contributing to exceptional patient experiences. You will also lead by example, provide guidance to therapy assistants or students, and uphold the hospital's mission to deliver

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital is seeking an ambitious Occupational Therapist to join our PRN team. You will assess, plan, and treat patients using evidence‑based therapy in coordination with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team.

Your role includes documenting progress, communicating with families, and contributing to exceptional patient experiences. You will also lead by example, provide guidance to therapy assistants or students, and uphold the hospital's mission to deliver