Compassionate OT Assistant — Growth & Day-One Benefits

Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Myers; Sanibel (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

FSAs/HSAs

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join a patient-focused rehabilitation team. You will assist licensed therapists in delivering occupational therapy treatments, helping patients regain independence and improve quality of life with compassionate care and modern equipment.

Join a supportive environment that values small victories and ongoing professional growth, with benefits starting from day one and opportunities across a national inpatient rehabilitation leader.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or certification (where required).
• CPR certification preferred (unless required by hospital policy).
• Successful completion of an OTA associate’s degree from an accredited program.
• Effective communication skills for interactions with patients and families.
• Demonstrated competency in occupational therapy treatment.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists in delivering occupational therapy treatments.
• Support patient independence and quality of life.
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care using the latest equipment and technology.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, effective rehabilitation outcomes.

Skills

CPR Certification

Effective communication

Therapy treatment competency

Education

Associate’s degree in OTA

State licensure/certification

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join a patient-focused rehabilitation team. You will assist licensed therapists in delivering occupational therapy treatments, helping patients regain independence and improve quality of life with compassionate care and modern equipment.

Join a supportive environment that values small victories and ongoing professional growth, with benefits starting from day one and opportunities across a national inpatient rehabilitation leader.