Occupational Therapist

Essential Therapy Solutions, LLC; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Paid Holidays

401k

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Essential Therapy Solutions, LLC is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess clients, develop individualized plans, and implement therapeutic activities in home settings. This role emphasizes collaboration with families and healthcare teams to improve daily living skills and overall quality of life.

The ideal candidate will have an OT degree (OTR/L or COTA), be eligible for licensure, and possess strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Master's in Occupational Therapy (OTR/L) or COTA credential.
• Must meet professional conduct rules and licensure requirements.
• Background check and Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to plan treatment.
• Develop individualized OT treatment plans.
• Implement therapeutic activities to enhance daily living skills.
• Educate patients and families on coping strategies and devices.
• Collaborate with other health professionals for comprehensive care.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, plans, and progress notes.
• Advocate for patient needs in schools or workplaces.
• Stay current with OT research and advancements.

Skills

Rapport building with patients

Effective communication

Leadership

Word processing/computer skills

Workload management

Travel to client homes

Interpersonal problem-solving

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy (OTR/L) or COTA

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Our Mission Statement: We are an agency of providers dedicated to empowering families and their loved ones by enhancing their quality of life within our local communities. We foster creativity, growth and the wellbeing of our team members. By embracing inclusion, we foster a collaborative environment where everyone can flourish and thrive.

Essential Therapy Solutions started in 2007 in response to the overwhelming number of families in our Arizona community requiring services. We obtained school contracts as well as becoming a Qualified Vendor with the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). We also contracted with other agencies holding Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) contracts to deliver services to the birth to 3 population.

Our goal at Essential Therapy Solutions is simple – to be a leader in supporting families and providers in our community.. We accomplish this by providing the highest quality services, information and resources to our families. Our goals are accomplished by the commitment of every employee.

ETS is an advocate for our families and providers by practicing the following values and beliefs:

• Resourceful - We are proactive and solution-based in all our actions within our team and community.
• Ethical - We are upstanding professionals that provide services by upholding our highest principles, including communication, interactions, and standards of practice.
• Acceptance - We are empathetic and honest providers who support our families and each other.
• Professional - We are responsible leaders that hold ourselves and each other accountable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to determine areas of improvement
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs
• Implement therapeutic activities and interventions to enhance patients’ daily living skills
• Educate patients and their families on coping strategies and assistive devices
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes
• Advocate for patient needs in various settings such as schools or workplaces
• Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in occupational therapy

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy (OTR/L) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Meet all prescribed professional requirements and rules of professional conduct as an Occupational Therapist including certifications and/or licensures
• Must be able to complete a successful background check and obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills is a plus, but not required

Skills

• Ability to handle workload and travel to client’s homes
• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership qualities
• Must have basic computer skills, including word processing
• Must have excellent and professional written and verbal forms of expression, interpersonal and problem-solving skills

W2 Employee Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Paid Holidays
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• and more perks

We are an agency of providers dedicated to empowering families and their loved ones by enhancing their quality of life within our local communities. We foster creativity, growth and the wellbeing of our team members. By embracing inclusion, we foster a collaborative environment where everyone can flourish and thrive.