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

Edward Elmhurst Health; Rolling Meadows (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Premium pay

Career Growth Opportunities

Career growth

Community involvement

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist II for Outpatient Physical Rehab Services in Rolling Meadows, IL. This per diem role offers weekday daytime hours (8:45am–5:15pm) with no weekend shifts.

You will assess and treat patients, develop and implement individualized plans, document outcomes, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure high-quality care. Illinois license or eligibility and NBCOT certification are required.

Qualifications

• Assess, treat, and care for patients in outpatient rehab per plan.
• Develop treatment plans based on patient development and goals.
• Maintain patient records, billing and documentation per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assess functional abilities, ROM, pain, and ADLs to guide treatment.
• Administer and instruct patients in treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Prepare and complete patient records and documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to provide optimal patient care.
• Educate patients and families; support discharge planning.
• May supervise paraprofessionals; delegate tasks as needed.
• Adhere to safety and infection control procedures.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary care

Documentation accuracy

Education

Occupational Therapy degree (AOTA accredited)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

## Occupational Therapist II - Outpatient Physical Rehab Services - Per Diem - DaysApply: NCO 3300 Kirchoff Rd Rolling Meadows: Part time: Posted Today: R46779**Hourly Pay Range:**$24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: Occupational Therapist II - Outpatient Physical Rehab Services* Location: Rolling Meadows, IL* Per Diem* Hours: 8:45am - 5:15pm, Monday - Friday, No weekender* Required Travel: No**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.* 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.* Various levels may have additional Features**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**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.