Occupational Therapist — Sign-On Bonus & Impactful Rehab

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care; Aurora Springs (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock purchase plans

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Encompass Health and MU Health Care, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive rehab setting. The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, personalized treatment planning, and collaborative teamwork to achieve meaningful recoveries.

The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, opportunities for professional growth, and access to cutting-edge rehabilitation technology within a national inpatient network.

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.

Education

Master's Degree preferred

Bachelor's Degree plus sufficient experience

Job description

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Encompass Health and MU Health Care, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive rehab setting. The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, personalized treatment planning, and collaborative teamwork to achieve meaningful recoveries.

The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, opportunities for professional growth, and access to cutting-edge rehabilitation technology within a national inpatient network.