Occupational Therapist: Impactful Care & Teaching

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Well-being Programs

Employee Discounts

On-Demand Pay

Financial Education

Annual recognition/awards

Community service opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist in the United States (Rockford, IL area) to join our team. The role involves using therapeutic interventions, documenting care, and collaborating with physicians and staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited OT program, hold current OT licensure in WI or IL (or both), and complete CPR/BLS within 90 days of hire. NBCOT certification is required upon initial licensure.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains thorough electronic documentation with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to improve outcomes.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on occupational therapy for medical staff, students and community groups.

Skills

Documentation

Team communication

Patient care

Education

Graduate of OT program

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist in the United States (Rockford, IL area) to join our team. The role involves using therapeutic interventions, documenting care, and collaborating with physicians and staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited OT program, hold current OT licensure in WI or IL (or both), and complete CPR/BLS within 90 days of hire. NBCOT certification is required upon initial licensure.