Impactful Occupational Therapist - Start Day One Benefits

Tidelands Health Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of Encompass Health; Altha (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health in Florida is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care within our inpatient rehabilitation setting. You will assess patients, develop personalized care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote independence and meaningful recovery.

This role emphasizes compassionate, hands-on therapy, education for patients and families, and ongoing outcome tracking.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CPR certification

Licensure

Education

Master's Degree preferred, or Bachelor's Degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health in Florida is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care within our inpatient rehabilitation setting. You will assess patients, develop personalized care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote independence and meaningful recovery.

This role emphasizes compassionate, hands-on therapy, education for patients and families, and ongoing outcome tracking.