Impactful Occupational Therapist - Growth & Benefits

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland; North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and CE benefits

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive, diverse workplace

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality occupational therapy services to rehabilitation patients. You will provide direct patient care, assess needs, and develop personalized care plans in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes guiding patient recovery, building strong patient relationships, and contributing to positive outcomes within a supportive team that values compassion and innovation.

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 care to patients requiring occupational therapy.
• Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, and create personalized care plans.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients to understand physical, mental, and emotional needs for recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories and progress with the care team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree + relevant experience

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality occupational therapy services to rehabilitation patients. You will provide direct patient care, assess needs, and develop personalized care plans in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes guiding patient recovery, building strong patient relationships, and contributing to positive outcomes within a supportive team that values compassion and innovation.