Occupational Therapist

ProgressiveHealth; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

CEU stipends

Job summary

ProgressiveHealth is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) in Mt. Vernon, IL to deliver comprehensive OT services in a multi-setting hospital environment. You will perform evaluations, apply various OT techniques, and strive for 75%+ direct patient care time in outpatient settings.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient feedback, and care aligned with state practice acts, with competitive compensation and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must hold current state licensure in good standing.
• CPR/AED/BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services and evaluations to patients.
• Apply OT techniques (P/ROM, joint mobilization, massage, desensitization, dressing changes).
• Aim for 75%+ patient care time in outpatient settings.
• Maintain accurate documentation and provide patient feedback for health improvements.
• Deliver care within applicable state practice acts.

Skills

Licensure in state

CPR/BLS

Mobility & endurance

Professionalism

Independent work

Confidentiality

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Occupational Therapy - OT.OTA

Requisition Number: OCCUP002248

• Posted : July 13, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

Occupational Therapist, OT – ProgressiveHealth of Indiana, LLC – Mt. Vernon, IL

We are looking for a results driven Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic and holistic care in a multi-setting hospital. This is a wonderful opportunity to expand knowledge and experience in aclinical setting!

What will you be doing in this role?

• Provide occupational therapy services and evaluations to patients
• Provide occupational therapy techniques not limited to P/ROM, joint mobilization, massage, myofascial release, desensitization techniques, and dressing changes
• Achieve patient care time targets, with a general target of 75%+ minimum individual patient care time (unadjusted) in the outpatient setting.
• Keeping accurate, detailed documentation with efficiency while being able to provide feedback to the patient for continuous health improvements
• Delivering care as broadly specified within applicable state practice act.

This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

What you get from us:

• Opportunity for important work/life balance
• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
  • Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
• Continuing professional development with CEU stipends available
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor's or higher in Occupational Therapy
• The required state licensure, certification, and registration that is in good standing with the state or the ability to obtain the required state licensure
• CPR/AED/BLS (basic life support) certification or the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
• The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shift
• A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
• Be able to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Pay ranges from $34 - $44/hour based on experience.

Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

About ProgressiveHealth:

ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and non-occupational health services including on-site medical, injury prevention, health improvement, rehabilitation management solutions, and more! We are dedicated to delivering superior care and improving both patient and client outcomes. With over 1,000 employees supporting operations across the United States and in Canada, ProgressiveHealth continues to expand the number of client partners it serves and the lives it impacts.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Occupational Therapy.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

OT Occupational Therapist

CPR Certification

BLS Certified

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