Occupational Therapist II - Outpatient Physical Rehab Services - Per Diem - Days

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 72,667,000 - 109,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Free Parking

Retirement Options with Company Match

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist II for Outpatient Physical Rehab Services in Rolling Meadows, IL. The role involves evaluating and treating patients, developing plans, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and independence.

Requires OT degree from an AOTA-accredited program, Illinois license or eligibility, NBCOT certification, and AHA CPR. Per diem hours are 8:45am–5:15pm, Monday–Friday, with no weekends.

Qualifications

• 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 (NBCOT).
• CPR certification from American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and care for patients in outpatient rehab.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to restore function, increase strength, and reduce pain.
• Document patient records and billing per departmental guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing and rehab staff to provide optimal care.
• Educate patients and families and plan post-discharge care.

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited school

Job description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist II - Outpatient Physical Rehab Services

Salary

Hourly Pay Range: $25.36 - $38.04

Contract & Hours

Per Diem Hours: 8:45am - 5:15pm, Monday - Friday, No weekender Required Travel: No

Location

Rolling Meadows, IL

Responsibilities

• 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.
• May assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
• Utilizes correct body mechanics.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
• Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Assumes responsibility, as assigned, for overall departmental functioning in absence of supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth, keeps abreast of developments in the field of Occupational Therapy and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.
• Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Free Parking
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Community Involvement Opportunities

About Endeavor Health

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.