Occupational Therapist (OT)

Powerback; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for Full-Time team members

Generous paid time off for employees

Support for New Grads through mentorship

Continuing Education with free CEUs

H‑1B Visa & Relocation Assistance

Exclusive discounts on various services

Job summary

Powerback is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team in Freeport, Illinois. The ideal candidate will assess patient needs and develop personalized recovery plans while providing essential therapy in a supportive environment.

As part of a dedicated team, you will focus on restoring and enhancing patients’ physical abilities, working collaboratively while maintaining individual patient care standards. The role offers a competitive hourly salary range of $38.00 - $48.00.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
• Must have initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop recovery plans.
• Deliver occupational therapy to help patients restore and enhance their physical abilities.
• Train patients and caregivers on skills to promote independence and productivity.

Education

Bachelor's degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards

Initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home‑based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry‑leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full‑Time team members and Dental and Vision to Part‑Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full‑Time and Part‑Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H‑1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full‑time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

• Title: Occupational Therapist
• Location/work environment: In facility
• Reporting structure: Reporting to Director of Rehab

As an Occupational Therapist, you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will assess patient needs, develop their recovery plans, and deliver occupational therapy.

You're a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work. You're equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is the design of a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities and independence.

You're adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings. You're a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you're also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive.

You know that being an Occupational Therapist means you're a teacher who can train patients and caregivers on the skills they need to promote independence and productivity.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!

Qualifications

• They must have a Bachelor's degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
• They must have initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range

USD $38.00 - $48.00 /Hr.