Occupational Therapy Team Leader — Lead Meaningful Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement & continuous Edu

Company 401(k) and ESPP

FSAs & HSAs

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson seeks an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team and oversee daily operations. You will support scheduling, onboarding, training, and coordination with hospital departments while delivering compassionate patient care to advance rehabilitation goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, direct patient interactions, and recognition of patient progress within a collaborative, technology-enabled environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and interdepartmental communication.
• Provide direct patient care and build rewarding relationships to aid in recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories along the way.

Skills

Leadership experience

Direct patient care

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson seeks an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team and oversee daily operations. You will support scheduling, onboarding, training, and coordination with hospital departments while delivering compassionate patient care to advance rehabilitation goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, direct patient interactions, and recognition of patient progress within a collaborative, technology-enabled environment.