Occupational Therapist: Transform Lives in Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver patient-centered therapy, assess needs, create individualized care plans, and guide patients toward independence in a collaborative team.

You’ll monitor progress, adjust treatments, and support patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional recovery with compassionate, evidence-based care. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state.
• CPR certification.
• Master's Degree preferred; or Bachelor’s Degree with sufficient experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct occupational therapy to patients.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and treatments, leading assessments, creating personalized care plans.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Communication

Empathy

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in OT with experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver patient-centered therapy, assess needs, create individualized care plans, and guide patients toward independence in a collaborative team.

You’ll monitor progress, adjust treatments, and support patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional recovery with compassionate, evidence-based care. Competitive benefits apply.