Occupational Therapist — Transform Lives in Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health plans

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Flexible spending accounts

Vibrant work community

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct, compassionate care to rehabilitation patients on a supportive, multidisciplinary team. You will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans aimed at maximizing independence and quality of life while collaborating with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, evidence-based practice, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required for patient safety.
• Master’s degree preferred, or bachelor’s degree with sufficient experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy care to rehabilitation patients.
• Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, and create personalized care plans.
• Address patient concerns and tailor interventions to support independence.
• Build meaningful patient relationships to support optimal recovery and outcomes.

Skills

Licensure required

CPR certification

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree + experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct, compassionate care to rehabilitation patients on a supportive, multidisciplinary team. You will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans aimed at maximizing independence and quality of life while collaborating with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, evidence-based practice, and ongoing professional