Impactful Occupational Therapist - Direct Patient Care

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Jonesboro; Rector (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) / ESPP

FSAs/HSAs

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Jonesboro is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, evidence-based OT to rehabilitation patients in our local community. You will provide direct care, assess function, and collaborate with a caring team to support independence and quality of life.

This role emphasizes personalized care plans, patient engagement, and supportive coaching. You’ll work in a culture that values empathy, growth, and excellence, with comprehensive

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

• Providing direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

Direct patient care

Care plan development

Patient assessments

Communication with patients

Education

Master's Degree preferred

Bachelor's Degree plus experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Jonesboro is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, evidence-based OT to rehabilitation patients in our local community. You will provide direct care, assess function, and collaborate with a caring team to support independence and quality of life.

This role emphasizes personalized care plans, patient engagement, and supportive coaching. You’ll work in a culture that values empathy, growth, and excellence, with comprehensive