Occupational Therapist - Full-time

Norwegian American Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian American Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking an Occupational Therapist to perform evaluations, reassessments and provide plan of care, discharge planning, education for patients and families.

The role requires licensure, BLS, and OT certification, with responsibilities spanning communication with physicians and care teams and ensuring patient safety and HIPAA compliance as part of the hospital's guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
• Occupational Therapy Licensure.
• BLS Certification.
• OT Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs Occupational Therapy evaluation, reassessment and consultation upon referral of a physician, dentist or podiatrist.
• Provides plan of care and discharge planning. Secures a physician certificate for the plan of care.
• Provides Occupational Therapy services within the practice guidelines of the AOTA, the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
• Participates in discharge planning, when requested.
• Communicates with patient’s physician, nurse and case manager when necessary regarding the patient’s evaluation report, progress and discharge plan.
• Ensures patient safety, patient rights and HIPAA compliance.

Education

OT degree (BS or MS)

Occupational Therapy Licensure

BLS Certification

OT Certification

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $35 USD to $45 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Position Summary:

Performs Occupational Therapy evaluation, reassessment and consultation; provides plan of care, discharge planning, patient, and significant other education; renders occupational therapy services within the practice guidelines of the American Association of Occupational Therapy (AOTA) and other regulatory agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs Occupational Therapy evaluation, reassessment and consultation upon referral of a physician, dentist or podiatrist.
• Provides plan of care and discharge planning. Secures a physician certificate for the plan of care.
• Provides Occupational Therapy services within the practice guidelines of the AOTA, the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
• Participates in discharge planning, when requested.
• Communicates with patient’s physician, nurse and case manager when necessary regarding the patient’s evaluation report, progress and discharge plan.
• Ensures patient safety, patient rights and HIPAA compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
• Occupational Therapy Licensure
• BLS Certification.
• OT Certification

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