Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kentucky Counseling Association; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health in Owensboro, KY is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a team delivering high-quality, compassionate care to help patients regain independence. You will work closely with therapists to implement treatment plans and use modern equipment to support recovery.

This role emphasizes patient-centered rehabilitation, collaboration with families, and a supportive workplace culture across our nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or certification where required.
• CPR certification preferred unless hospital policy requires otherwise.
• Completed an accredited occupational therapy assistant program (associate's degree) preferred.
• Strong communication with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Demonstrated competency in occupational therapy treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate OT services to improve independence.
• Collaborate with therapists to implement treatment plans and document progress.
• Engage and educate patients and families to support rehabilitation goals.

Skills

State licensure or certification

CPR certification

Effective communication

Demonstrated competency in OT

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant Career Opportunity

YourCalling,ClosetoHomeand Heart

Areyouinsearchofarewardingcareerthatextends beyondjustajob,bringing fulfillmentclosetoyour heart and home? At our organization, we believe in making a positive impact right in your community through exceptional Occupational Therapy services. As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, join a team that values small victories and aims for profound outcomes in rehabilitation. Deliver high-quality, compassionate care using the latest equipment and technology. Embrace a supportive and joy-filled work environment while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package from day one. Make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by being an integral part of their journey to independence and improved quality of life.

AGlimpseintoOur World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Workingwithusmeansaligningwitharapidlygrowingnationalinpatientrehabilitationleader.Wetake pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

StartingPerksand Benefits

AtEncompassHealth,wearecommittedtocreatingasupportive,inclusive,andcaringenvironment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

• Affordablemedical,dental,andvisionplansforbothfull-timeandpart-timeemployeesand their families.
• Generouspaidtimeoffthataccruesover time.
• Opportunitiesfortuitionreimbursementandcontinuous education.
• Company-matching401(k)andemployeestockpurchase plans.
• Flexiblespendingandhealthsavings accounts.
• Avibrantcommunityofindividualspassionateabouttheworkthey do!

Qualifications

• Currentstatelicensureorcertification(instateswhere required).
• CPRcertificationpreferred(unlessrequiredbyhospital policy).
• Successfulcompletionofanassociate'sdegreefromanaccreditedoccupationaltherapy assistant program is preferred.
• Effectivecommunicationskillsforinteractionswithpatients,families,and caregivers.
• Demonstratedcompetencyinoccupationaltherapy treatment.

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive,andstandingstrongertogether.EncompassHealthisatrustedleaderinpost-acutecarewith over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

We're eagerly looking forward to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that.Join us on this remarkable journey!