Occupational Therapist / OT

Brookdale; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider located in Niles, Illinois, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide and direct therapy services. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, a valid state license, and preferably two years of experience in outpatient or home health. Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, and coordination with the healthcare team. This role is dedicated to improving patient care and comfort, maintaining independence, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Must complete the National Certification Examination for Registered Occupational Therapists.
• Must have a license to practice occupational therapy within the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct occupational therapy services to patients.
• Function under physicians' orders and adhere to applicable principles and practices.
• Coordinate treatment plan with patient, family, and other team members.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Patient assessment

Program planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

Job description

A career with Brookdale Healthcare Services has never been so rewarding! We own and operate multiple hospice agencies around the country, with a full spectrum of care designed to respect the dignity of the people we care for. We focus on skilled and compassionate care while providing comfort and freedom from pain, and as much independence and control as possible.

It’s more than a job; it’s a passion.

Job Description

Your responsibilities:

• Provide and direct occupational therapy services to patients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation
• Function under physicians' orders and adhere to applicable principles and practices of physical therapy, Brookdale policies/procedures, and state regulations
• Coordinate treatment plan with patient, family and other team members
• Document results of patient's assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services
• Review the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and individual occupational therapy programs using predetermined criteria

Qualifications

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
• Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Registered Occupational Therapists
• License to practice occupational therapy within the state
• Two years occupational therapy experience in outpatient and/or home health preferred

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Brookdale is an EOE-(Equal Opportunity Employer) and drug free work place.