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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene; Blackwell (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene seeks an Occupational Therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care and empowering individuals towards independence. You will deliver direct patient care, lead assessments, and build meaningful relationships with patients, recognizing the impact of small victories.

The role requires relevant licensure and preferably a Master’s Degree. Benefits include medical plans, generous PTO, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy.
• Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient assessment

Building relationships

Compassionate care

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree plus experience

Tools

CPR certification

State licensure

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist Career Opportunity.

Your Calling, Close to Home and Heart. Are you pursuing a career that aligns with your heart and community? We believe in creating positive change within local communities through exceptional Occupational Therapy services, empowering individuals toward independence and an improved quality of life. As an Occupational Therapist, your role recognizes the significance of small victories in driving substantial change and delivering top‑tier, compassionate care to rehabilitation patients within a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy.
• Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, create personalized care plans, and address patient concerns.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients by understanding their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories along the way.

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.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for professional growth.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your needs.
• A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.

About the Organization

Encompass Health is a national inpatient rehabilitation leader with over 150 locations and a team of 36,000 professionals. We emphasize growth opportunities, collaboration, and a culture that values empathy and doing what’s right. Encompass Health has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies and as a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.