Occupational Therapy Case Manager

Department: 39123 North Metro A - Home Care Occupational Therapy Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. No Holiday, Weekend or on call required at this time. Looking for northern Lake/McHenry county area. Woodstock, Hebron, Richmond, Spring Grove areas. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health Location: Northern Lake & McHenry County, Illinois Primary coverage area includes: Woodstock Hebron Richmond Spring Grove Northern Lake County Mchenry County Schedule: Monday-Friday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

No weekends No holidays No on-call requirements at this time $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available* *Available for external candidates only. Internal Advocate Health team members are not eligible. Associate must be employed in the eligible position at the time of payout. Bonus subject to applicable taxes. Make a Difference Where Patients Feel Most Comfortable: At Home Advocate Health at Home is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Home Health team. In this role, you’ll work one-on-one with patients in their homes, helping them regain independence, improve daily functioning, and achieve their highest quality of life. Enjoy the autonomy of managing your own patient caseload while collaborating with an experienced interdisciplinary team dedicated to exceptional patient care. What You’ll Do Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence and safety. Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and established plans of care. Assess patients’ ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and recommend interventions to improve function. Design, develop, and recommend adaptive equipment and orthotic devices as appropriate. Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and safety practices. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care. Monitor patient progress and communicate significant changes in condition. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Supervise therapy assistants and support staff as appropriate. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice activities. Qualifications Required Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program. Current Illinois Occupational Therapist (OT) license. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance. Preferred One year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist. Home Health experience. Experience with OASIS documentation. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and patient education abilities. Effective time management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently while managing a caseload. Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Physical Requirements Ability to safely lift and support up to 50 pounds. Ability to travel extensively throughout assigned service areas. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and assist patients as needed. Ability to work in a variety of home environments. Ability to respond quickly and effectively to changing patient conditions. Why Home Health? Home Health offers a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while helping individuals remain independent in the comfort of their own homes. You’ll have the flexibility to work independently while enjoying the support and resources of one of the region’s leading healthcare organizations. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance P #J-18808-Ljbffr Carolinas Medical Center