Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation

Encompass Health; North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team in inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, with potential home health support. You will assist patients across ages to regain, develop, and improve daily living and working skills under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

This role involves collaborating with medical teams, contributing to patient progress, and supporting therapy plans in varied settings to enhance functional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Work under the supervision of an occupational therapist to help patients regain, develop, and improve skills for daily living and work.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and home health scenarios under OT supervision.

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.