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Occupational Therapy Team Leader

Encompass Health logoEncompass Health~$19–$70/hrtypicalTucson, AZPosted 1y+ ago
  • $15,000 sign-on bonus
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Occupational Therapy Team Leader Career Opportunity - Now offering a $15,000 Sign On Bonus!

Lead with Purpose in Occupational Therapy

Seeking a career transcending the ordinary? Join Encompass Health where your leadership skills matter. Embrace a role close to your heart and community, making a meaningful impact in patients' lives during their rehabilitation journey. As a Team Leader for Occupational Therapy, champion small victories, ensuring seamless implementation of procedures and treatments. Utilize your specialized skills to deliver compassionate, personalized care, guiding patients toward their rehabilitation goals. Benefit from the latest technology in a supportive, collaborative environment. From day one, our comprehensive benefits underscore your well-being and professional growth. Welcome to a role where your leadership creates impactful outcomes and fulfillment.

A Glimpse into Our World

Join a team where you'll notice the difference from day one. Working at Encompass Health means becoming a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and how our team members collaborate for the greater good of our patients. Recognitions such as being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award make us immensely proud.

Benefits Tailored for You

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full and part-time employees and their families.
  • Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for your professional growth.
  • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.
  • A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.

Your Role as a Leader in Occupational Therapy

Your impactful journey involves

  • Assisting the Director of Therapy Operations in the daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communication with the occupational therapy staff and hospital departments.
  • Providing direct care to patients and building rewarding relationships by understanding each patient’s physical, mental, and emotional needs to aid in their recovery.
  • Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Qualifications

  • Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
  • CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire within this role.
  • 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.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

From Encompass Health's job posting, checked Oct 21, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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