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Encompass Health seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In our inpatient rehabilitation setting, you will evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and help patients regain independence in daily activities. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, provide family and caregiver education, and document progress in accordance with regulatory standards. Enjoy a nurturing, dynamic, and rewarding environment with strong clinical support and clear pathways for professional and career growth. Responsibilities Evaluate patients' functional abilities and limitations using standardized assessments Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs and functional independence Provide hands-on therapeutic interventions, including neuromuscular and cognitive rehabilitation Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home programs and adaptive strategies Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, SLPs, and other team members to coordinate care Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the EMR accurately and timely Participate in care conferences and goal-setting for patient rehabilitation plans Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and infection-control standards Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and best-practice development Mentor or support new staff and students as appropriate Required Skills Occupational therapy evaluation Treatment planning and implementation Activities of daily living (ADL) training Neuromuscular re-education Functional mobility training Patient and family education Interdisciplinary team collaboration Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Safety and risk assessment Discharge planning