Occupational Therapist - Acute Rehab Unit - Days - Per Diem -

Endeavor Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Free Parking

Retirement options with company match

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Acute Rehab Unit in Arlington Heights, IL. The role supports patients across developmental stages and requires active IL licensure and NBCOT certification.

Per diem position, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with two Saturdays per month. CPR certification and eligibility for IL licensure are essential to join a dedicated care team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited program.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
• NBCOT certification as an OT.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, treats, and cares for patients in the assigned area, using developmentally appropriate approaches.
• Evaluates functional abilities and designs goals to regain function and reduce pain.
• Creates and implements treatment plans, adjusting as needed based on patient progress.
• Administers therapies and educates patients and families, monitoring effectiveness.
• Maintains patient records, billing, and documentation per guidelines.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other team members to ensure optimal care.
• Involves patient and family in planning care and post-discharge strategies.

Skills

Illinois licensure

NBCOT certification

CPR certification

OT degree

Education

OT degree (AOTA accredited)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Occupational Therapist - Acute Rehab Unit
• Location: Arlington Heights, IL
• Per Diem: Must work 2 Saturdays per month
• Hours: 8am - 4:30pm,
• Required Travel: No

What You Will Need

• The completion of a degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA accredited school, or the equivalent
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility
• Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• CPR certification from American Heart Association

What You Will Do

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area. Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.
• Evaluates patient’s functional abilities/disabilities utilizing techniques appropriate to the patient type including assessment of upper extremity strength, range of motion, pain, sensation, coordination, performance of activities of daily living, transfers, cognitive, perceptual, visual, home management skills and splint fabrication.
• In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function, increase strength and decrease pain.
• Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary
• Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other hospital staff to provide optimal patient care.
• Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including post-discharge planning. Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides home programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.

Benefits

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Free Parking
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.
• When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
• Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".
• Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
• At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
• EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor