Occupational Therapist

Prime Healthcare Services; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development via PrimE-Ac"

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin, IL, part of the Prime Healthcare network, is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist to provide consultative and therapeutic OT services within the Physical Medicine department.

Responsibilities include restoring function for patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiopulmonary conditions, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and adhering to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current state OT certification/license.
• BCLS (AHA) certificate.
• NBCOT/AOTA OTAC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultative and therapeutic OT services within scope of practice to restore function for patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and cardiopulmonary disorders, and to prevent disability; works within hospital policies and with interdisciplinary team.

Education

Bachelor or Master Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current state OT certification/license

BCLS (AHA) certificate

NBCOT/AOTA OTAC preferred

Job description

Overview

Department: Physical Medicine

Schedule: Per Diem, Days

Facility: St. Joseph Hospital

Location: Elgin, IL

Compensation Range: $44.61

Why Join St. Joseph Hospital?

• Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system
• Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.
• Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.

Interview Process:

• Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds
• One interview with quick decision‑making
• Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability

Responsibilities

Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services within scope of practice in order to restore function and prevent disability for clients or patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and cardiopulmonary disorders. Performs responsibilities in accordance with department and Hospital Policies, state, federal and regulatory requirements: Title 22 Section 70517, 70519. Functions according to professional practice as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Bachelor or Master Degree in Occupational Therapy.

2. Current state Occupational Therapy certification/license.

3. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate.

4. National Board for Certification Occupational Therapy certification, AOTA and OTAC preferred.

Pay Transparency

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elginoffers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $44.61. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf