Impactful Occupational Therapist - Rehab & Education

Carle Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Illinois is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, design and adjust plans of care, and document outcomes to support safe, effective recovery.

You will educate patients and families, supervise support staff, and collaborate with the rehabilitation team to ensure care aligns with regulatory standards and evidence-based practice.

This role requires strong communication and commitment to high-quality patient care within a dynamic health system.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in Illinois.
• Bachelor's Degree in OT or related field.

Responsibilities

• Designs and adjusts individualized care plans with goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plans.
• Educates patients, families, and care teams using effective teaching methods.
• Documents evaluations and treatment plans according to department policy.
• Supervises COTA and rehabilitation technicians as applicable.
• Collaborates with patients and families throughout the rehabilitation process.

Skills

Patient transfers

Body mechanics

Plan of care

Education patients

Clinical evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

OT License Illinois

Tools

BLS (AHA)

Job description

Carle Health in Illinois is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, design and adjust plans of care, and document outcomes to support safe, effective recovery.

You will educate patients and families, supervise support staff, and collaborate with the rehabilitation team to ensure care aligns with regulatory standards and evidence-based practice.

This role requires strong communication and commitment to high-quality patient care within a dynamic health system.