Occupational Therapist - Patient Care Leader & Mentor

Northwestern Medicine; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to provide direct patient care, participate in teaching, and contribute to departmental process improvements.

This role requires demonstrating NM values, collaborating with the health care team, and maintaining compliant documentation and outcomes across the patient care continuum.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in OT, IL OT license, and BLS; a Master’s or Doctoral degree in OT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Occupational Therapist License in the state of Illinois.
• BLS from American Heart Association upon hire.
• Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates NM values of Patients First, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
• Provides direct patient care and participates in teaching and committee work.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure effective, safe, and compliant care.
• Maintains documentation in the electronic medical record per policy.
• Contributes to continuous quality improvement and cost-conscious operations.
• Supports education of clinical interns and students.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapist License in the state of Illinois

BLS from American Heart Association upon hire

Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to provide direct patient care, participate in teaching, and contribute to departmental process improvements.

This role requires demonstrating NM values, collaborating with the health care team, and maintaining compliant documentation and outcomes across the patient care continuum.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in OT, IL OT license, and BLS; a Master’s or Doctoral degree in OT is preferred.