Summary

Encompass Health is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. As an OT, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. With Encompass Health, you'll work in a supportive and collaborative environment, using the latest technologies and enjoying unparalleled growth opportunities in the field of occupational therapy.

Details

In this role, you will be the connection between the extra one-on-one time we provide to each patient and the progress they make. You will follow patients throughout their stay, utilizing your skills and expertise to help them reach their goals. At Encompass Health, you'll not only have the chance to impact patients' lives but also pursue your own professional development.

As an Encompass Health team member, you'll experience a work culture that is truly special. Unlike a typical hospital setting, you will have the unique opportunity to accompany patients on their journey to recovery from various conditions including stroke, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements, multiple trauma, and cardiac/pulmonary conditions. By helping patients achieve their goals and regain independence, you'll form meaningful relationships with them and celebrate their successes along the way.

What sets Encompass Health apart is our commitment to compassion, collaboration, and continuous learning. Join our team and discover a career that is challenging, inspiring, and rewarding. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene in Abilene, TX, you will maximize your talent and contribute to setting the standard for better healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Effectively delegate tasks and supervise occupational therapist assistants and technicians.
• Provide occupational therapy treatment and patient care in accordance with hospital, state, and federal regulations and professional guidelines.
• Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure the needs of patients, staff, and the hospital are met.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment.
• CPR certification preferred, unless otherwise required by hospital policy.
• Successful completion of a degree from an accredited therapy program or a program determined to be substantially equivalent.
• Effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Demonstrated competency in occupational therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment.

Benefits

At Encompass Health, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that starts from day one. Our benefits include:

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

About Us

Encompass Health is a national leader in post-acute care, helping patients regain hope and independence. We operate rehabilitation hospitals in 36 states, including Puerto Rico. Our core values drive us to set the standard, lead with empathy, do what's right, focus on the positive, and remain stronger together. Join our team and realize the powerful difference you can make in the lives of others.

To learn more about us, please visit encompasshealth.com.