Occupational Therapist PartTime

La Rabida Children's Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Rabida Children’s Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide pediatric OT across outpatient, early intervention, and physician clinics. The OT will support family education, document care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.

Qualified candidates hold an IL OT license with NBCOT certification. Pediatric experience and CPR certification are preferred; bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in Illinois (NBCOT registered)
• Two plus years pediatric OT experience preferred
• Strong communication and family education skills
• CPR certification by AHA or Red Cross required

Responsibilities

• Deliver pediatric occupational therapy services in outpatient, early intervention, and clinics
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and care plans
• Collaborate with interprofessional team and supervise students as needed
• Advocate for patients and families and ensure regulatory compliance

Skills

Pediatric OT

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's in OT

Master's in OT preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for the provision of occupational therapy services within her or his individual scope of clinical competence. Services provided span to outpatient including early intervention and physician clinics. The OT is also responsible for upholding professional standards and promoting quality in practice.

The OT performs the duties of a professional Occupational Therapist for an assigned caseload with an emphasis on providing comprehensive care. They are responsible for development of their professional skills. In addition, the OT shares their occupational therapy expertise within the department. The OT may supervise students in their clinical studies. The OT is responsible for administrative tasks related to the patient care services they provide and required for regulatory and organizational compliance.

Patient Care (time spent in billable patient care activities) – 60%

• Provides professional occupational therapy services in accordance with the standards established by the professional association and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Selects appropriate evaluation tools, administers and interprets findings correctly
• Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with patients, families, doctors, 3rd party payers, other professionals, etc.
• Treatment is safe and effective
• Demonstrates cost effectiveness, using extenders (aides) and materials appropriately
• Effective team leader and family-friendly
• Shows good knowledge of hospital and community resources; develops education materials as needed
• Effective educator
• Adapts to family’s needs and comprehension

Indirect patient care services -30%

• Documentation of patient care at role-model level in regard to content and timeliness
• Documents all appropriate patient and family interactions in a timely and complete manner in accordance with department, organization, state and federal regulations
• Communication with all appropriate members of a patient’s team. Proactive communication. Close all communication loops
• Ensures referrals are appropriate, follows up as necessary
• Functions at role model level in regard to Team Leader and Team member
• Advocates for patients as needed, goes above and beyond
• Completes letters of medical need
• Develops and monitors care plans

Administrative and Educational Activities – 10%

• Completion of daily billing activities
• Department, team, committee meetings
• Presenting and attending case presentations and in-services
• Participating in education activities for other departments, within the hospital, and for the community
• Provide supervision and training to allied health professional students

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in OT; Master's in OT preferred.
• Minimum pediatric affiliation, prefer 1-3 yrs pediatric OT experience – hospital-based or Early Intervention.
• Illinois State License and certified by Board of Registry of NBCOT. In certain circumstances we will consider a GOT (graduate occupational therapist) who has successfully graduated the OT program, and is waiting to sit the Illinois licensure board exams. A GOT, must use the credential of GOT and be under the supervision of a licensed OT who co-signs all of their documentation.
• Communicates effectively
• Reflects the values of La Rabida in all interactions
• Demonstrates accountability, problem solving and leadership skills
• Bi-lingual skills preferred (Spanish and English).
• CPR required. Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross will be accepted.

Additional Information

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children dealing with the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education, and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head-on.

La Rabida Children’s Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Compensation:

$37-$37