OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Encompass Health; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team within our network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and home health agencies in Wisconsin. You will evaluate patients, design and implement therapy plans, and help individuals regain independence through tailored interventions.

Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will monitor progress, educate families, and adapt treatments to evolving patient needs while upholding high standards of care in a

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Deep knowledge of therapy practices and patient evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient conditions and develop appropriate therapy plans.
• Implement patient-specific occupational therapy interventions.
• Assist patients with exercises and activities designed to help them regain and maintain daily living skills.
• Monitor and document patient progress in accordance with health care standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and their families on the recovery process and post-therapy care.
• Adapt treatment plans and therapies to meet the changing needs of patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Therapy knowledge

Job description

Join Encompass Health Corporation, a leader in facility-based and home-based patient care, as a dedicated Occupational Therapist. In this role, you will be a crucial part of our mission to provide comprehensive rehabilitation and home health services. Utilizing a holistic approach, you will help patients regain independence through a variety of therapeutic techniques adapted to individual needs. This position offers the opportunity to work within our network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and home health agencies, ensuring a diverse and rewarding professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient conditions and develop appropriate therapy plans.
• Implement patient-specific occupational therapy interventions.
• Assist patients with exercises and activities designed to help them regain and maintain daily living skills.
• Monitor and document patient progress in accordance with health care standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and their families on the recovery process and post-therapy care.
• Adapt treatment plans and therapies to meet the changing needs of patients.

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Deep knowledge of therapy practices and patient evaluation