Occupational Therapist - 24th Floor Brain Innovation Center

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan treatment, and guide patients toward independence in daily living activities.

You will document care per department protocols (RICIS) and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Requirements include a Master's in OT, Illinois OT license, CPR, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and Illinois OT license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, and plan treatment for OT evaluation and therapy.
• Facilitate patient participation in therapy and collaborate with others to advocate for patients and families.
• Document patient care activities per department protocols (RICIS) and other forms.
• Supervise affiliated OT students (if applicable).
• Teach in Department and Education and Training courses (if applicable).
• Perform all other duties in the best interest of the institution.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Communication

Professional development

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

RICIS

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Occupational Therapist will select appropriate evaluation procedures and direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore or maximize independence in daily living skills. The therapist facilitates learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity and participates in the department's clinical education program.

They consistently demonstrate support of our Vision, Mission, and Core Values by striving for excellence and showing respect and compassion for patients, families, and colleagues.

They exhibit our Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, Commitment to Excellence).

Job Description

• Evaluate, assess, and plan treatment, orienting patients and significant others to the purposes and processes of OT evaluation and treatment.
• Assess patient impairments, disabilities, and handicaps appropriate to diagnosis, life roles, developmental stage, functional status, and medical condition.
• Facilitate patient participation in therapy and collaborate with others to advocate for patients and families to achieve desirable outcomes.
• Identify areas where abilities and impairments affect function to establish goals in conjunction with the patient, family, and team members.
• Implement patient treatment plans using occupational therapy approaches, selecting activities to achieve outcomes, transferring and positioning patients, and modifying treatment as necessary.
• Participate in patient care conferences to coordinate treatment and educate patient and family.
• Document patient care activities following department protocols, utilizing RICIS and appropriate manual report forms.
• Supervise affiliated OT students (if applicable).
• Teach in Department and Education and Training courses (if applicable).
• Perform all other duties assigned in the best interest of the institution.

Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to the Therapy Manager (Ability Lab), Therapy Manager (Innovation Center), or Clinical Manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Illinois license to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated ability to develop professional skills through development plans, continuing education, and in‑service offerings.
• Understanding of growth and development of infants, children, adolescents, and geriatric patients.
• Ability to interpret growth and development information to assure patient needs are met.
• Analytical ability to gather and interpret data from patient charts and recommend treatment solutions.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with health‑care professionals and establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Physical ability to transfer and position patients.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
• Some exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
• May include community, home, work, school, and off‑site clinic settings.
• Includes Saturday and Sunday rotation work.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $68,000.00 - $120,000.00

Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program competitive with industry peers in our geographic locations. https://www.sralab.org/benefits (Benefits eligibility may vary by position; compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications).

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law – Know Your Rights. View our Full Policy. Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an affirmative action employer as required by law.