OT Team Lead - Impactful Leader, Sign-On Bonus

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson; Rillito (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and ESPP

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Team-based, supportive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson is seeking an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team, optimize daily operations, and deliver high-quality patient care. This leadership role combines clinical expertise with program and staff development in a hospital-based setting.

The position emphasizes coordination with hospital departments, scheduling, training, and ongoing patient-focused outcomes.

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 a minimum of two years of clinical experience.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder or specialty professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communications with staff and hospital departments.
• Provide direct care to patients and build rewarding relationships by understanding each patient’s physical, mental, and emotional needs to aid in recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories along the way.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest Tucson is seeking an Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team, optimize daily operations, and deliver high-quality patient care. This leadership role combines clinical expertise with program and staff development in a hospital-based setting.

The position emphasizes coordination with hospital departments, scheduling, training, and ongoing patient-focused outcomes.