Occupational Therapist, Inpatient & Pediatrics- Flexible full time

Mercy Health Corporation; Freeport (IL); Hybride; USD 50 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimbursemen

Well-being Programs

On-Demand Pay

Résumé du poste

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking an occupational therapist to provide evaluation, treatment planning, and therapy services with a focus on improving function and independence. You will document progress, collaborate with physicians, and mentor staff in a busy clinical setting.

The role supports a 32-hour work week with day shifts and requires licensure in WI, IL, or both, with CPR/BLS within 90 days and NBCOT as applicable.

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 if required.

Responsabilités

• Integrates data to establish a treatment plan for patients.
• Uses exercises, modalities, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains thorough documentation with accurate coding and billing.
• Communicates with interdisciplinary teams and referring providers to improve outcomes.
• Mentors staff and participates in training and orientation of new partners.
• Contributes to cost-saving initiatives and performance improvement processes.

Formation

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

Description du poste

OVERVIEW

Provides occupational therapy services by evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and using exercises and hands-on techniques to improve function and independence. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals, documents patient progress, and helps train and mentor staff.

SCHEDULE

32-hours per week

SHIFT

Days

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
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

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

$36.56 - $54.85

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

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women