OT Therapy Team Leader: Lead Rehab & Patient Impact

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and education

401(k) matching and stock purchase

Flexible spending and health savings

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson seeks an experienced Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the OT team and coordinate patient care during rehabilitation. You will help schedule, orient staff, and ensure effective communication with hospital departments to keep care running smoothly.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, building meaningful therapeutic relationships, and celebrating patient progress while promoting safety and best practices.

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 required.
• 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 (when eligible) or specialty professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership experience

Scheduling coordination

Patient communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

OT licensure/certification

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson seeks an experienced Occupational Therapy Team Leader to guide the OT team and coordinate patient care during rehabilitation. You will help schedule, orient staff, and ensure effective communication with hospital departments to keep care running smoothly.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, building meaningful therapeutic relationships, and celebrating patient progress while promoting safety and best practices.