Casual Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) – Hospital Care

Northwestern Medicine group; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine’s Lake Forest Hospital seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) for a casual, non-benefited role. The position emphasizes direct patient care, teaching, and collaboration with the healthcare team to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities include adherence to ethical standards, efficiency in documentation, and active participation in quality initiatives. The role requires IL licensure, a Bachelor’s degree in OT, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Illinois.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates NM values of Patients First, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
• Provides direct patient care and participates in teaching and on appropriate committees.
• Maintains professional, ethical, and compliant conduct per policies and standards.
• Assists in continuous improvement efforts and department processes.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Ensures timely documentation and contributes to discharge planning.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teaching/mentoring

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine’s Lake Forest Hospital seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) for a casual, non-benefited role. The position emphasizes direct patient care, teaching, and collaboration with the healthcare team to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities include adherence to ethical standards, efficiency in documentation, and active participation in quality initiatives. The role requires IL licensure, a Bachelor’s degree in OT, and BLS certification.