Inpatient Occupational Therapist — Impactful Care & Growth

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland; Pike Road (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock plans

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care, assess needs, and develop personalized treatment plans to promote independence and recovery.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, monitor progress, and adjust plans to maximize outcomes while supporting patients’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. A supportive environment and ongoing education are offered.

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

CPR certification

OT licensure

Education

Master's Degree preferred

Bachelor's Degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care, assess needs, and develop personalized treatment plans to promote independence and recovery.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, monitor progress, and adjust plans to maximize outcomes while supporting patients’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. A supportive environment and ongoing education are offered.