Occupational Therapist

Locations:  Saint Alexius Medical Center Rehab - Elk Grove Village IL or Alexian Brothers Rehab Hospital - Hoffman Estates IL

Additional Job Details:  Full-Time Days, or Per Diem available

Job Description:

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats home health patients with physical, emotional, cognitive and/or psychosocial deficits.

Responsibilities:

  • Assesses patient's ability to safely and effectively perform independent living skills. Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
  • Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
  • Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
  • Oversees the care provided by designated individuals according to established regulations and practice standards.

Required Credential(s):

  • BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. 
  • Drivers License credentialed from the Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles (IL-DMV) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. 
  • Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. 

Education:

  • Bachelor's Level Degree, Bachelor's degree from an accredited occupational therapy school required
  • Master's degree preferred

Work Experience:

  • One year of occupational therapy experience in a setting that involves direct patient care required.  OT Licensure in IL, 2 years experience, Home Health experience preferred
How To Apply

Apply online today: http://bit.ly/2sRyyYE

Or contact Nicole Sulunga: [email protected] 

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