OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Blessing Health; Pittsfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,527 - 78,798; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement + matching

Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year

Onsite childcare

24/7 Wellness Center access

Educational assistance opportunities

Job summary

Blessing Health in Pittsfield is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients’ functional and cognitive issues across various age populations. The role involves understanding and addressing daily living activities and other functional aspects tailored to individual needs.

The ideal candidate must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program, possess strong communication skills, and hold or be in the process of obtaining an Illinois occupational therapist license.

Qualifications

• Possesses current Illinois Occupational Therapist license or confirmation from Illinois Department of Professional Regulation that licensure is in process.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's functional and cognitive problems including daily living activities.
• Provide services to neonate through geriatric populations.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy (BS or MS)

Job description

Pay Rate: $38.13 - $57.20
Based on relevant experience

Competitive Benefits

• Retirement + matching
• Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year
• Onsite childcare - Quincy
• 24/7 Wellness Center access
• Educational assistance opportunities

Job Summary

This position is responsible to assess patient's functional and cognitive problems including daily living activities, upper extremity, strength, endurance, fine/gross motor skills and evaluates premorbid, vocational and community roles. This position requires providing services to one or more age populations, including neonate through geriatric, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals, and direction of the Performance Improvement / Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital.

Education/Training/Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy (BS or MS).

Job Qualifications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

License/Certifications/Special Requirements

• Possesses current Illinois Occupational Therapist license or confirmation from Illinois Department of Professional Regulation that licensure is in process.

Pay Status

• NON-EXEMPT HOURLY

EEO Statement

Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Blessing Health System expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blessing Health System's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.