Occupational Therapy Assistant

Encompass Health; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team, working under the supervision of an occupational therapist to support patients across ages in restoring daily living and work-related skills.

This role involves care in inpatient rehabilitation settings, with potential support for patients in home health scenarios, helping them regain independence and function after illness or injury.

Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapist in patient care across ages.
• Help patients regain skills for daily living and work.
• Support in inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and possibly home health scenarios.

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation, a leader in both facility-based and home-based patient care, is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team. This position involves working in various settings, including inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and possibly supporting patients in home health scenarios. You will work under the supervision of an occupational therapist to help patients across all ages regain, develop, and improve skills needed for daily living and working that are impaired due to illness, injury, or disability.