Occupational Therapy Assistant

Encompass Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant. This part-time role involves delivering compassionate therapy services and collaborating with patients and their families. Required qualifications include current state licensure and effective communication skills. Enjoy benefits like affordable health plans, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or certification in required states.
• CPR certification preferred unless required by hospital policy.
• Effective communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate occupational therapy services.
• Work with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Participate in rehabilitation plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Competency in occupational therapy treatment

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapy Assistant role at Encompass Health. Hiring PRN. This position focuses on delivering high-quality, compassionate care using the latest equipment and technology to support patients on their journey to independence and improved quality of life.

Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Starting perks and benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, compassionate occupational therapy services; work with patients, families, and caregivers; participate in rehabilitation plans; use appropriate equipment and technology to support patient progress; contribute to a supportive and positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or certification (in states where required).
• CPR certification preferred (unless required by hospital policy).
• Successful completion of an associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program (preferred).
• Effective communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Demonstrated competency in occupational therapy treatment.

About Encompass Health

Encompass Health is a national inpatient rehabilitation leader with a growing network of locations. We value empathy, doing what’s right, and collaboration to support patients across the continuum of care. We are committed to diversity and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care