Occupational Therapist, PRN position, Acute Care

Advocate Health Care; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Elgin, Illinois is looking for an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients to enhance their functional independence. This position involves developing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant state licensure. No previous experience is required. Join us to support patients through their rehabilitation journey.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' abilities and establish care plans.
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for optimal care.

Skills

Intermediate computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrated organization skills

Decision-making and problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Major Responsibilities

Interprets physician referrals and evaluates patients’ physical, perceptual, cognitive, social, and vocational abilities and their impact on activities of daily living; establishes a plan of care and implements individualized treatment; provides and/or fabricates assistive devices and splints to enhance functional independence; monitors and evaluates outcomes and adjusts treatment plans as needed; attends to factors affecting physical and psychosocial comfort; plans and completes patient discharge with home programs and referral to community services; collaborates with stakeholders to optimise care; completes required documentation in accordance with department policy and accreditation standards; maintains productivity and billing standards; cleans up after treatment and maintains a neat work area; performs manual techniques, patient positioning, transferring, and transportation using proper technique; demonstrates skill in modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices; promotes patient safety and follows infection control measures; participates in performance improvement activities; manages caseload and informs leadership of coverage needs; pursues professional growth through continuing education; orients new staff; participates in evaluation of co‑workers; and may supervise occupational therapy assistants, extenders, or students as appropriate.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution; maintains continuing education as required by state professional standards.
• Certification / Registration / License Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of employment; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless waived).
• Work Experience No experience required.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Intermediate computer skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills.
  • Demonstrated organization, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Successful completion of all competency assessments/requirements related to patient care and site standards.
  • Annual educational requirements for hospital‑based certifications (e.g., DNV, CARF).
  • Knowledge of principles of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to assess data reflective of patient status and age‑specific needs.
• Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday.
  • Must lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, 10 lbs. from waist to overhead, and 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
  • Must push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
  • Repetitive use of hands: simple grasping (5‑15 lbs., 20% of the workday), pushing/pulling (up to 75‑100 lbs., 10% of the day), fine manipulation during massage and joint mobilization.
  • Must have functional use of senses for effective communication.
  • Exposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids; must wear protective clothing as needed.
  • May require travel, exposing the employee to road and weather hazards.
  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties requested by their leaders.