Impactful Occupational Therapist - Rehab & Independence

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota; Portland (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans and benefits

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

HSA/FSA options

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care and contribute to personalized treatment plans. You will supervise care, conduct assessments, and tailor interventions to support independence and quality of life.

The role emphasizes building therapeutic relationships, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs, and celebrating patient progress within a supportive rehab team.

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

Licensure

CPR certification

Master’s degree preferred

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care and contribute to personalized treatment plans. You will supervise care, conduct assessments, and tailor interventions to support independence and quality of life.

The role emphasizes building therapeutic relationships, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs, and celebrating patient progress within a supportive rehab team.