Inpatient Occupational Therapist — Impactful Care & Growth

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings

Employee stock purchase plans

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct care, develop and supervise treatment plans, and guide patients toward meaningful recovery. You will assess patients, tailor care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Join a supportive environment that emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, ongoing professional growth, and access to advanced rehabilitation technology in a nationwide leader.

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

State licensure

CPR certification

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct care, develop and supervise treatment plans, and guide patients toward meaningful recovery. You will assess patients, tailor care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Join a supportive environment that emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, ongoing professional growth, and access to advanced rehabilitation technology in a nationwide leader.