Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN with HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN / Per Diem / As Needed

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by providing a variety of delegated therapeutic services, in accordance with licensing and regulations. Under the supervision of the primary Occupational Therapist, the COTA Assistant administers therapeutic treatment and engages and supports the patient in therapeutic activities and exercise regimes. The COTA strives to achieve the goals of the physician's plan of care and to support patients throughout the program.

What qualifications you will need:

• Associate Degree or Vocational School Graduate
• (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, or (OTA) Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Benefits

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, 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

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026 , is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit . As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites , we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.

Key Specialties

• Emergency Medicine - Comprehensive emergency care services
• Orthopedic Surgery - Advanced procedures for bones, joints, and musculoskeletal conditions
• Spine Surgery - Specialized care for spinal disorders and injuries
• General Surgery - Full range of surgical treatments for diverse conditions
• Minimally Invasive Surgery - Laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery and reduced complications
• Inpatient Rehabilitation - 30-bed unit for post-surgical and injury recovery

Why Join Us

• Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening in Spring 2026
• Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative surgical techniques
• Join a collaborative, patient-centered team committed to excellence
• Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare's nationwide network
• Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Gainesville. Apply now and become part of HCA Florida Healthcare's mission to improve more lives in more ways .

"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
Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

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.