Occupational Therapist with Sign-on Bonus (58704)

Interim HealthCare of Northern Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Mileage reimbursement

BONUS opportunities every pay period

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen

PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vison

Job summary

Interim HealthCare of Northern Illinois is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist in Rockford, IL. You’ll provide therapy at patients' homes, helping them regain independence and learn daily tasks in a familiar environment.

Join a team focused on personalized care with 1:1 patient ratios, a strong emphasis on safety, and opportunities for growth through training and CEUs. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Illinois.
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to illness or injury.
• Work as part of a home health team including RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, aligned with patient care plan.
• Assess patient, observe deficits, set therapy goals and document progress.
• Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
• Suggest adaptive equipment to support independence (grab bars, shower chairs).
• Assess fall risks and implement home safety strategies.
• Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises and self-care.

Skills

1 year OT experience

CPR certification

Illinois OT license

Home health knowledge

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: IL ROCKFORD - ROCKFORD, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $80000.00 - $95000.00Salary, Job Shift: Day, Occupational Therapist (OT) | Home Health

in Rockford, IL and surrounding areas

Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home.

Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and leading employer of Home Health OTs. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this!

Our Home Health Occupational Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:

• $80,000 - $95,000/year
• $5,000 sign-on bonus!
• PLUS mileage reimbursement and BONUS opportunities every pay period!
• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Clinician Friendly EMR!
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
• PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vision & 401(k) Benefits

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals
• Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
• Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
• Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
• Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
• Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care

A few must-haves for Home Health Occupational Therapists:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Illinois
• Minimum of 1yearof occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Occupational Therapists (OTs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of OTs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.

Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.