Occupational Therapist - Rehab & Independent Living

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

PTO and six paid holidays

403(b) with 3% employer match

Fitness center use at most facilities

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Employee assistance program

Legal services

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist contracted through the organization to implement standards of care for therapy services and ensure adherence to service agreements. You will evaluate functional status, home environments, and equipment needs to develop treatment plans and improve patient independence.

You will communicate plans with physicians and care teams, maintain records, and coordinate with other staff to ensure coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• OT License and CPR certification (state requirements may apply).
• 2+ years of occupational therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients’ functional status and home environment to identify hazards and needs.
• Develops treatment plans with goals to improve function and independence.
• Communicates plan of care to physicians and care teams.
• Maintains clinical records and reports to physician any changes in condition.
• Provides education and retraining for daily activities and uses adaptive equipment as needed.
• Attends meetings and coordinates with other care providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Medical confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy

OT License

CPR certification

Job description

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist contracted through the organization to implement standards of care for therapy services and ensure adherence to service agreements. You will evaluate functional status, home environments, and equipment needs to develop treatment plans and improve patient independence.

You will communicate plans with physicians and care teams, maintain records, and coordinate with other staff to ensure coordinated care.