Occupational Therapist - Full Time, Days

Mercy Health Corporation; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 76,061 - 121,074; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide individualized treatment plans, utilize therapeutic techniques, and document care accurately. The role partners with physicians and healthcare teams to support patient progress and participate in quality initiatives.

The position is salaried, weekdays, dayshift, with a sign-on bonus eligibility, and opportunities for mentorship and cost-saving program involvement within the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed to practice OT in WI, IL, or both if required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire; NBCOT upon initial licensure if required.

Responsibilities

• Integrates data to establish an individualized treatment plan.
• Uses exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains thorough documentation with proper coding and billing.
• Communicates with physicians and other disciplines to improve outcomes.
• Performs timely electronic documentation.
• Participates in quality improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
• Mentors and trains new team members.

Skills

Licensed OT

CPR/BLS

NBCOT

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

OVERVIEW

Provide occupational therapy services that help patients improve daily function, mobility, and quality of life through individualized treatment plans and therapeutic techniques. This role works closely with physicians and healthcare teams to support patient progress, maintain accurate documentation, mentor team members, and contribute to quality improvement and patient care initiatives.

Schedule: Salaried Monday - Friday

Shift: Days

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation.
• Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques.
• Participates actively in the PI and CQI process.
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners.
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department.
• Takes an active role in the performance improvement process.
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between occupational therapists, assistants and the physician group.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as an occupational therapist in WI, IL or both if required

CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire

NBCOT upon initial licensure only, as required

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

PAY RANGE

$76,061.05 - $121,074.89

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities