Occupational Therapist

Encompass Health - Toms River, NJ

Part-time - Entry Level

Toms River, NJ

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Occupational Therapist role at Encompass Health is a full-time position focused on delivering exceptional therapy services to empower individuals toward independence and improved quality of life. The position emphasizes the importance of small victories in patient recovery and offers a supportive team environment with access to advanced technology. The role is designed for both new and experienced therapists seeking a fulfilling career that positively impacts the community.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Requirements

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification.
• Master's Degree preferred, or Bachelor's Degree plus sufficient experience in the field.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time 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.