Weekday-Only Home Health OT Assistant

Hugh Chatham Health; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support inpatients and outpatients within Home Care Occupational Therapy. You will implement therapy programs, educate patients and families in home programs, and help document patient progress.

Role requires IL/WI licensure, CPR, and BLS, with a valid driver’s license. The department emphasizes collaboration with the OTR and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA approved Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Successful completion of two month supervised Level II fieldwork experience.
• Successful completion of certification process.

Responsibilities

• Implements OT treatment programs with patients as planned with the OTR.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs and education as needed.
• Trains patients in ADL skills and use of ADL equipment.

Skills

ADL training

Therapy programs

Team communication

Education

AOTA-approved OTA program

Level II fieldwork

Certification process

Job description

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support inpatients and outpatients within Home Care Occupational Therapy. You will implement therapy programs, educate patients and families in home programs, and help document patient progress.

Role requires IL/WI licensure, CPR, and BLS, with a valid driver’s license. The department emphasizes collaboration with the OTR and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.