Occupational Therapist Acute

Job Summary and Qualifications The job is an Occupational Therapist in the Acute setting at St. David's South Austin Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare. 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. 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. Qualifications (OT) Occupational Therapist Bachelors Degree Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date No Travel Required. Benefits 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 Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr St. David's HealthCare