Occupational Therapist Patient Centered Therapy Care

Confidential; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off accrual

Tuition reimbursement and continuing教育

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Employee stock purchase plans

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and reconnect with the activities they love. You will work within an interdisciplinary team, delivering patient-centered care with the time, resources, and support needed to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Relocation assistance is available. Our Therapy Career Ladder recognizes growth through continuing education, mentorship, leadership, and program leadership opportunities,

Qualifications

• CPR certification required by state regulations.
• Master's degree preferred or Bachelor's with experience in the field.
• Active occupational therapy licensure or eligibility in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to help patients regain independence.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to plan and deliver care.
• Document patient progress and participate in patient-centered care.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Master's Degree preferred

Bachelor's Degree plus sufficient experience

Current licensure or certification required by state regulations

Job description

Occupational Therapist Career Opportunity - Relocation Assistance Available

A Career Close to Home and Heart

At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene, you'll do more than provide therapy, you'll help patients regain independence, restore confidence, and get back to the lives they love. As part of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, you'll have the time, resources, and support to deliver personalized care that drives meaningful outcomes. Our patient-centered approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to clinical excellence set us apart.

Why Abilene?

Abilene is a welcoming community where career growth and quality of life go hand in hand. With affordable housing, minimal commute times, excellent schools and a strong sense of community, it's an ideal place to call home. Residents enjoy a vibrant downtown, local events, outdoor recreation and a family-friendly atmosphere. In Abilene, you'll find the opportunity to make a difference at work while building a life you love outside of it.

Grow Your Therapy Career

At Encompass Health, career growth isn't left to chance. Our Therapy Career Ladder is designed to recognize and reward therapists who are committed to professional development, clinical excellence, leadership, mentorship, and advancing patient care. Eligible therapists have a clear path for growth through structured advancement levels, continuing education, specialty certifications, mentoring opportunities, research, teaching, and program leadership. At Encompass Health, we're invested in helping you build a long-term therapy career that's close to home and heart.

Benefits That Begin Day One

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

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.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, 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.