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Why Therapists Choose Encompass Health

Date: September 11, 2025

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Why Therapists Choose Encompass Health

Over 10,000 therapists choose Encompass Health as a place to work to have a career that’s close to home and heart. We believe in supporting the whole employee which means providing a healthy work life balance, strong benefits, opportunities for professional development.  Our goal is to empower you in the unique role you play in a patient’s recovery. If you’re driven to grow professionally while making a tangible impact on patients’ lives, your next therapy role could be with Encompass Health.

Growth you won’t find anywhere else

At Encompass Health, career growth is part of our culture. From the moment you accept an offer, you will know exactly what to expect in terms of professional development. Our Therapy Career Ladder is a structured path that helps you advance your profession while giving you the tools and resources you need. You can start your career with confidence, knowing that your professional growth is always a priority at our hospitals.

“I have been with Encompass Health for 10 years and have grown so much as a therapist. Starting as a PTA, I went back to school to become a physical therapist. Encompass Health helped with tuition reimbursement and allowed me to keep working while I was in school. After becoming a physical therapist, Encompass Health also encouraged and supported me to work towards my Geriatric Clinical Specialist certification.” — Elizabeth Gormley, physical therapist, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Austin

“Encompass Health’s therapy team has encouraged and mentored me in my role as a therapist and supported me in preparing for school. Encompass Health has given me more leadership opportunities allowing me to build  my business acumen. They also gave me the opportunity to attend trainings and achieve additional certifications” — Elias, therapy tech II, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Austin

The best part about continuing education and career advancement at Encompass Health is that it’s available to you regardless of where you are in your journey. We embrace and support you wherever you are on your career path, whether you are a recent graduate j or a seasoned therapist. 

Careers close to home and heart

Inpatient rehabilitation offers a work environment that’s different from an acute hospital. You are not in triage mode. Instead, you can spend more time with your patients and witness their progress—celebrating the big and small wins as you support them on their road to recovery.

“My favorite part of working here is patient engagement. Connecting with my patients to help them get better is a job that is always fulfilling.” — Derek Padilla, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Manati

This sense of purpose in helping patients is amplified by the supportive environment you’ll find among your colleagues. The personal, fulfilling connections you build with patients are matched by the team-oriented culture that defines our hospitals. It’s a place where you can make a profound difference, all while being supported by people who feel like family.

Culture that feels like family

Encompass Health is a national leader in rehabilitation, yet each of our hospitals maintains the feel of a close-knit team. You will have access to the resources of a large organization while enjoying the personal connections and support of a smaller team. With over 170 hospitals and growing, each team is built on a collective belief in mentorship and mutual support, where everyone is empowered to succeed.

“The culture at our hospital is very much like a family. The staff really enjoys what they do and takes pride in their work. My team communicates with each other and puts the patient at the center of our mission. Coming to work every day and hearing what’s going on in my co-worker’s lives and getting to share my experiences with them makes coming to work so much more enjoyable and rewarding!” — Joel, senior physical therapist, Shelby County

“Encompass Health is unique in that it allows for autonomy, creativity, flexibility and the ability to recognize employees for the good work they provide and to be recognized through incentives given by the company.” — Phyllis W., occupational therapy assistant, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shelby County

Your next therapy role is waiting!

If this all sounds great to you, then it’s safe to say that your next therapy role could be with Encompass Health. You can explore our careers page to browse all current openings, or search by location to find a hospital near you. You can also filter by a specific role to discover opportunities for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists and more. Take the next step and see where your career can grow with Encompass Health!


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