Occupational Therapist - Transform Lives in Inpatient Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland; Piperton (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and education

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver direct patient care, assess needs, and create individualized treatment plans within an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, supervise care and treatments, and guide patients toward independence, while supporting professional growth through comprehensive benefits and ongoing learning opportunities.

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

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

Skills

Direct patient care

Care planning

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver direct patient care, assess needs, and create individualized treatment plans within an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, supervise care and treatments, and guide patients toward independence, while supporting professional growth through comprehensive benefits and ongoing learning opportunities.