Occupational Therapy Team Lead — Sign-On Bonus & Impact

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and ESPP

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson is seeking an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the OT team, oversee scheduling and training, and deliver patient-centered care during rehabilitation. You will work closely with the Director of Therapy Operations and OT staff to ensure high-quality, evidence-based treatments and smooth operations.

Ideal candidates will have at least a Bachelor's or Master's in OT, active licensure, CPR, and a minimum of three years in OT or

Qualifications

• Current OT license as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited OT program.
• Minimum of three years of experience in OT or leadership, with at least two years of clinical OT experience.
• Active Therapy Clinical Ladder or specialty certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily OT team operations, scheduling, orientation, training and cross-department communication.
• Provide direct patient care and build relationships to support patients' physical, mental, and emotional recovery.
• Celebrate patient progress and ensure seamless implementation of OT procedures and treatments.

Skills

Leadership

OT clinical leadership

Team coordination

Patient-centered care

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in OT

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson is seeking an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the OT team, oversee scheduling and training, and deliver patient-centered care during rehabilitation. You will work closely with the Director of Therapy Operations and OT staff to ensure high-quality, evidence-based treatments and smooth operations.

Ideal candidates will have at least a Bachelor's or Master's in OT, active licensure, CPR, and a minimum of three years in OT or