Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

Mercy Health System; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Freeport, IL, is seeking an Occupational Therapist for outpatient services. The position is onsite and PRN, requiring licensure in WI or IL, CPR/BLS within 90 days, and NBCOT upon initial licensure as applicable.

The role emphasizes integrated assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Mentoring and teaching activities are also part of the responsibilities.

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 enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation.
• Contributes to PI/CQI processes and cost-saving initiatives.
• Mentors new partners and participates in staff orientation.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs for medical staff, students and community groups.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

Job description

## Occupational Therapist - OutpatientApply: Onsite: Mercyhealth Burchard Hills- Freeport, IL: PRN: Posted Today: 2026-03511**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 requiredCPR/BLS required within 90 days of hireNBCOT upon initial licensure only, as required **OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**N/A **LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.**PAY RANGE:**$36.56 - $54.85Mercyhealth 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 benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Clickhere for more details.