Part-Time Oncology OT: Rehab Specialist

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) for the Rehab Services team on a casual M&F daytime schedule. The role includes direct patient care, instruction, and active participation on departmental committees and improvement initiatives.

The position emphasizes professional leadership, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with the healthcare team, while supporting NM’s patient-first philosophy and ethics.

Qualifications

• A licensed occupational therapist who complies with the Code of Ethics/Standards of Practice as outlined by their professional organization and by the State of Illinois.
• The position includes direct patient care, teaching, participation on appropriate committees and departmental process improvement.
• Serves as a role model for all therapists and clinical interns in all aspects of professional, clinical, communication, education and leadership activities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the NM values of Patients First, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers.
• Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
• Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
• Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
• Facilitates collaborative care with other healthcare team members.
• Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide.
• Demonstrates essential skill competencies in selecting the appropriate evaluation in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols.
• Performs re-evaluations according to department guidelines, adjusting the treatment plan accordingly.
• Demonstrates creative problem solving and diversity when adapting the treatment to special circumstances.
• Assumes complete responsibility over the course of OT patient management from the time of initial contact to discharge for functional progress, safety and treatment outcome.
• Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) for the Rehab Services team on a casual M&F daytime schedule. The role includes direct patient care, instruction, and active participation on departmental committees and improvement initiatives.

The position emphasizes professional leadership, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with the healthcare team, while supporting NM’s patient-first philosophy and ethics.