Occupational Therapist — Transform Lives in Local Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bluffton; Red Clay (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bluffton is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, patient-centered OT services in our inpatient rehab setting. You will assess patients, develop and implement individualized care plans, supervise treatment, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize recovery outcomes.

The role emphasizes building trust with patients, understanding physical, cognitive, and emotional needs, and celebrating progress as part of a

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.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient assessment

Care plan development

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bluffton is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver compassionate, patient-centered OT services in our inpatient rehab setting. You will assess patients, develop and implement individualized care plans, supervise treatment, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize recovery outcomes.

The role emphasizes building trust with patients, understanding physical, cognitive, and emotional needs, and celebrating progress as part of a