Occupational Therapist - Full Time, Days

Mercy Health Corporation

McHenry (IL)

On-site

USD 76,061 - 121,074

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Employee discounts

Financial education

Job summary

Mercy Health Corporation is seeking an Occupational Therapist in McHenry, IL. The role involves providing occupational therapy services to enhance daily function and mobility for patients. This position requires a graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy and a license in IL or WI.

Accountabilities include creating treatment plans, maintaining documentation, and mentoring team members. The position offers competitive pay and a sign-on bonus, along with a range of benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

Licensed as an occupational therapist in WI or IL, or both if required.
CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire.
NBCOT upon initial licensure only, as required.

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy services to improve patient function and quality of life.
Develop individualized treatment plans and therapeutic techniques.
Maintain accurate documentation and mentor team members.

Skills

Therapeutic techniques

Documentation skills

Communication

Mentoring

Quality improvement

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

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

SIGN-ON BONUS

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 or 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

EEO STATEMENT

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

BENEFITS