Compassionate Occupational Therapist - Start Day One

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Kissimmee; Ridgetop (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Kissimmee is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a rehabilitation setting.

You will perform assessments, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life. The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, patient education, and celebrating progress with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification.
• Master’s Degree preferred, or Bachelor’s Degree plus sufficient experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct OT services to patients needing occupational therapy.
• Supervise care and treatments; lead patient assessments and create personalized care plans.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients by understanding their physical, mental, and emotional needs for recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories along the way.

Skills

Direct patient care

Care plan development

Patient assessments

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree preferred

Bachelor's Degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Kissimmee is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a rehabilitation setting.

You will perform assessments, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life. The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, patient education, and celebrating progress with patients and families.