Occupational Therapist Acute

Ascension; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Job summary

Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates, IL seeks a full-time Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients with diverse deficits and design patient-centered treatment plans. The role requires weekend/holiday coverage and a Tuesday–Saturday schedule.

You must hold BLS and an active OTR credential in Illinois, with a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy; Master's/Doctorate preferred. Acute care experience is valued, and the position offers a supportive Catholic health system environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date; AHA or Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Rehab Therapist (OTR) credentialed from Illinois IDFPR before hire; license pending letter accepted temporarily.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or psychosocial deficits.
• Design and implement patient-centered, effective treatment plans using appropriate modalities.
• Assess the patient's ability to safely perform independent living skills.

Skills

BLS Provider

Interpersonal communication

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Job description

• This is a full time position with a schedule of Tuesday through Saturday, with 1 annual holiday.
• Evaluate patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or psychosocial deficits.
• Design and implement patient-centered, effective treatment plans using appropriate modalities.
• Assess the patient's ability to safely perform independent living skills.
• Minimum weekends and holiday requirements.
  

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
• Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
• Department: Acute Care
• Schedule: Day shift | PRN
  

How you'll make an impact in this role

• This is a full time position with a schedule of Tuesday through Saturday, with 1 annual holiday.
• Evaluate patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or psychosocial deficits.
• Design and implement patient-centered, effective treatment plans using appropriate modalities.
• Assess the patient's ability to safely perform independent living skills.
• Minimum weekends and holiday requirements.
  

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. A valid license pending letter will be accepted until license is issued

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.
  

Work Experience

• A minimum of 1 year acute care experience is preferred.
  

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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