Investing in Growth: Celebrating Our Therapy Certification Incentive Recognition Program

At Encompass Health, we know that the strength of our patient care lies in the dedication and expertise of our therapists. That’s why we’re proud to offer our Therapy Certification Incentive Recognition Program—an initiative that not only supports the professional growth of our therapists but also strengthens the care we deliver every day.

This program is designed with a purpose: to encourage certification in areas most relevant to our patients, while rewarding our therapists for their commitment. By providing recognition, bonuses, and pay increases for earning certifications, we invest directly in our people, reduce turnover and contract labor costs, and, most importantly, enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes.

What the Program Includes

Through this program, therapists are recognized and rewarded when they achieve advanced certifications across a range of specialties, including:

• Geriatrics, Neurology, and Orthopedics (APTA) – 10-year expiration
• Board Certification in Gerontology (AOTA) – 5-year expiration
• Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation (AOTA) – 5-year expiration
• Specialty Certification in Feeding, Eating & Swallowing (AOTA) – 5-year expiration
• Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing (ASHA) – 5-year expiration
• PTA Advanced Proficiency Awards (APTA) – 10-year expiration
  
  

Support for certification goes beyond recognition. Depending on hospital leadership, financial assistance may be provided for exam fees, preparation courses, and renewal costs, ensuring therapists have the resources they need to succeed.

And the rewards don’t stop with professional growth. Upon completion of a certification, eligible therapists receive pay increases and bonuses, further reinforcing our commitment to both personal and career advancement, so you are always rewarded for your unwavering hard work as an Encompass Health employee.

Celebrating Our Certified Therapists

We are thrilled to recognize the following Encompass Health team members who have recently earned their certifications through this program:

APTA BCS – Geriatric Clinical Specialists

• Amy Jones, Chattanooga
• Jacob Drake, St. Augustine
• Jason Jackson, Pearland
• Jordan Lang, Rockhill
• Kiran Joseph, Sugarland
• Liz Gormley, Austin
• Logan Rogers, Rockhill
• Michael Osterbur, Fayetteville
• Roselie Louissaint, Gadsden
• Shelby Moreno, South Plains
• Tyler Ormsby, St. Augustine
• Ya-Ting Hsu, Henderson

APTA NCS – Neurologic Clinical Specialists

• Adriene Aono, Phenix City
• Ana Lledo, Pearland
• Angela Sullenberger, Dayton
• Austin Ruedrich, Largo
• Casey McVicar, New England
• Christi Austin, Greenville
• Jaime Hagemen, Greenville
• Janae Marcello, Scottsdale
• Jesisa Aurelia, Midland
• Karla Santis-Diaz, Sunrise
• Kiran Joseph, Sugarland
• Lisa Magliaditi, Largo
• Sara Gibson, Chattanooga

APTA Advanced Proficiency Pathway in Nuerology

• Leeanna Blalock, Greenville

AOTA Board Certification in Gerontology (BCG)

• Dena Berezin, Henderson
• Lori Conley, Shelby County

AOTA BCPR (Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation Specialists)

• Emily Colantonio, Broken Arrow
• Emily Griffiths, New England
• Jessica Mafera, Greenville
• Renee Richardson, Braintree

Their achievements reflect the passion, hard work, and expertise that set Encompass Health therapists apart.

Your Next Therapy Role Starts Here

Our Therapy Certification Incentive Recognition Program is just one of the many ways we invest in our people and empower them to reach their goals. If you’re looking for an employer who celebrates your professional journey, rewards your achievements, and provides opportunities to grow, #YourNextTherapyRole could be right here at Encompass Health.