Occupational Therapist (OT) - Outpatient Therapy

Northshore Home Health Care; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, developmental, cognitive, and functional needs. You will design care plans, conduct assessments, educate patients and caregivers, and document progress according to policy.

The role includes safe patient transfers and use of modalities like ultrasound and fluidotherapy. Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy, an active IL license, and BLS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Active license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Continuing education related to acute stroke care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with diverse rehabilitative needs.
• Design individualized care plans and document progress.
• Perform patient assessments and educate patients and caregivers.
• Monitor treatment progress and ensure compliance with policies.
• Assist with patient transfers and maintain safety via proper body mechanics.
• Utilize modalities such as ultrasound and fluidotherapy where appropriate.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Effective communication

Teamwork

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We are seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with diverse rehabilitative needs, including orthopedic, neurological, developmental, cognitive, and functional conditions.

Responsibilities include designing individualized care plans, performing patient assessments, educating patients and caregivers, monitoring treatment progress, and documenting care in compliance with department policies.

The role involves performing patient transfers, ensuring safety through proper body mechanics, and utilizing therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound and fluidotherapy.

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy and an active license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Additional requirements include Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and completion of continuing education related to acute stroke care.

Ideal skills involve clinical evaluation, effective communication, teamwork, and adherence to legal and ethical standards in patient care.

Offers include sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and a competitive hourly pay range.

We foster a supportive environment focused on professional growth and community impact, with opportunities across multiple healthcare facilities.