Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Endeavor Health; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for shifts

Holiday pay

Free parking

Career growth opportunities

CEU resources

Health/Dental options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Naperville, IL is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist to provide direct OT services at Edward Hospital, with weekend coverage on a two weekends every four-week cycle.

You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and stay current with OT practices while engaging patients in their care. Per diem rates include a base and weekend differential.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in Illinois as required by state law.
• Current Illinois OT licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire.
• CPR/BLS certification for healthcare providers.
• Authorization to take examination if license is not yet issued.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct occupational therapy services to patients.
• Completes evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans to achieve functional goals.
• Evaluates upper extremity function, ADLs, general physical and cognitive abilities to guide treatment.
• Educates patients and engages them in their own care.
• Keeps updated on OT developments, techniques, and equipment.

Education

Illinois Occupational Therapist Licensure

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

CPR Certification - BLS

NCBOT Authorization

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $39.44 - $61.13 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Occupational Therapist Flat Hourly
• Per Diem Rate: $51.00 per hour, additional $2.00 per hour weekend differential
• Location: Edward Hospital, Naperville, IL
• Per Diem/PRN Hours: 2 weekends every 4-week cycle, 8am to 4:30pm.
• Holidays: 1 Summer Holiday and 1 Winter Holiday
• Floating Location: Opportunity to float to Elmhurst Hospital

What you will do

• Provides direct occupational therapy services to patients.
• Demonstrates an appropriate level of clinical skill, as evidenced by the completion of comprehensive and insightful evaluations, and the development of individualized and effective treatment plans designed to achieve precise, functional goals.
• Evaluates patients in the areas of upper extremity function, activities of daily living, generalized physical functioning, psychosocial skills and cognition/perception in order to develop and implement treatment plans and goals.
• Uses excellent communication skills to educate patients and engage them in their own care.
• Stays updated regarding developments, new techniques, and equipment in the field of occupational therapy.
• Maintains a well-rounded knowledge base, and clinical reasoning skills to consistently achieve expected clinical outcomes.

What you will need

• Required License and/or Certification with License: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA accredited school, or the equivalent.
• Current State of Illinois Occupational Therapist Licensure
• A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off site location.
• If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
• Specialty Clinical Certification, optional
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association - BLS for healthcare provider
• Required without License: Authorization from the NCBOT to take examination
• Proof of scheduled exam date
• Letter of Authorization stating the applicant may practice work without their license under supervision
• Illinois Occupational Therapist license within 90 days of hire
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association BLS for healthcare provider or American Red Cross CPR/AED for the professional rescuer certification

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Medbridge Silver Membership (.5FTE and above) provided to enable individuals to obtain CEU’s via live or recorded webinars & attend prep classes for certification courses.
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best". Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.