Inpatient OT: Lead Patient Care & Rehab

Northwestern Medicine group; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to provide direct patient care, professional education, and departmental leadership. The role emphasizes clinical collaboration, documentation, and participation in committees and process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The OTR/L will maintain licensure in Illinois, complete required BLS training, and mentor clinical interns while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Illinois OT license required.
• BLS from American Heart Association upon hire.
• Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and evaluation of OT goals.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Complete documentation and notes per department policy.
• Participate in teaching, committees, and process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate professional communication and patient education.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to provide direct patient care, professional education, and departmental leadership. The role emphasizes clinical collaboration, documentation, and participation in committees and process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The OTR/L will maintain licensure in Illinois, complete required BLS training, and mentor clinical interns while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients across