Lead Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab Team

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel; Kathleen (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to drive leadership in our therapy services. This role involves coordinating daily operations, supporting staff development, and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative inpatient rehabilitation environment.

The incumbent will guide scheduling, orientation, and training while maintaining focus on delivering effective treatments and improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire for this role.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited therapy program.
• Minimum of three years of experience in occupational therapy or leadership, with at least two years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Therapy Operations with daily therapy team operations (scheduling, orientation, training, communication).
• Provide direct patient care and build rewarding relationships to aid recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories and support successful rehabilitation outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Clinical supervision

Occupational Therapy

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to drive leadership in our therapy services. This role involves coordinating daily operations, supporting staff development, and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative inpatient rehabilitation environment.

The incumbent will guide scheduling, orientation, and training while maintaining focus on delivering effective treatments and improving patient outcomes.