NICU Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Care & Impact

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,971,000 - 173,357,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) with 5% employer match

Paid PTO, holidays and parental leave

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an as-needed Occupational Therapist to support the NICU at Silver Cross Hospital and Lurie Children’s in downtown Chicago.

You will evaluate patients, develop age-appropriate care plans, and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team. The role requires graduation from an accredited OT program, Illinois license or eligibility, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Illinois license or eligibility to practice in Illinois.
• CPR certification (BLS Heartsaver).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate each patient per clinical pathways and adjust care as needed.
• Create age-appropriate care plans and document goals with patient/family.
• Re-evaluate and modify treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and goals.
• Participate in clinics, rounds, and departmental meetings.
• Collaborate with families, physicians, and rehabilitation staff.
• Stay current with pediatric care knowledge and participate in trainings.
• Complete mandatory trainings and meet productivity standards.
• Support organizational change and adapt to evolving healthcare environments.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Illinois license or eligibility

CPR/BLS Heartsaver certification

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking an as-needed Occupational Therapist to support the NICU at Silver Cross Hospital and Lurie Children’s in downtown Chicago.

You will evaluate patients, develop age-appropriate care plans, and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team. The role requires graduation from an accredited OT program, Illinois license or eligibility, and CPR/BLS certification.