STAFF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Occupational Therapist

***Sign-on Bonuses up to $30,000.00***

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states. Current CPR card.

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive care to patients of all ages through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Schedule:

Full Time, Days

$30,000 Sign-On Bonus

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Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• O.T. license in the State of Illinois, or license pending with an application for licensure on file with IDPFR and a letter of "Authorization to Work" from the State of Illinois. The maximum allowable time to practice in a license pending status/under a licensed Occupational Therapist is 6 months per licensing regulations.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• If applicable, must possess valid Illinois driver's license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required).

Experience:

• Experience with neurologic and orthopedic injuries desirable.

Responsibilities

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Basic Knowledge in occupational therapy practices in accordance with O.T. Practice Act.
• Universal Precautions Category I.
• Must possess valid Illinois driver's license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required). Must show proof of automobile insurance.

• Provides rehabilitative care to patients of all ages.
• Evaluates treatment needs of assigned physician referred patients of all ages.
• Determines and implements plan to accomplish treatment goals within appropriate time frames.
• Provides appropriate feedback to physician, department, and other team members and maintains required documentation.
• Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.

• Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of inservice and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.
• Contributes to the maintenance of a satisfactory work environment.
• Assists in development of occupational therapy programs.
• Effectively communicates with the patient, family members, hospital staff and the public.
• Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
• Actively participates in competency assessment process.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.