Occupational Therapist (OT) - Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time Day Shift

Department: Occupational Health / Occupational Therapy

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation: $37.77 – $56.66 per hour (Based on experience)

Location: Gateway Regional Medical Center – 2100 Madison Ave. Granite City, IL 62040

Experience Level: Experienced OTs & New Graduates Welcome!

Why Join Gateway Regional Medical Center?

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare that promotes wellness and healing across our community. We foster a culture of respect, integrity, and clinical excellence. As a member of our team, you will experience a supportive, inclusive work environment where your therapeutic expertise is highly valued, and your dedication helps patients reclaim their independence and improve their quality of life.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients recovering from illness or injury.

Serving a diverse patient population from pediatrics through geriatrics, you will partner with patients to restore essential functions and achieve their maximum level of independence in work, self-care, and leisure activities. This role utilizes customized education, therapeutic exercise, adaptive techniques, and specialized equipment to treat a wide variety of diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluations & Goal Setting: Conduct comprehensive initial assessments to evaluate functional limitations and establish collaborative patient-therapist treatment goals.

• Therapeutic Interventions: Develop and implement evidence-based occupational therapy plans using specialized exercises, neuro-rehabilitation, and functional training.

• Independence & Adaptation: Train patients in adaptive techniques, customized activities of daily living (ADLs), and the use of specialized equipment to maximize self-care and work independence.

• Lifespan Care: Deliver age-appropriate, high-quality rehabilitative care across a broad clinical spectrum from pediatric to geriatric populations.

• Documentation Excellence: Maintain precise, compliant, and timely electronic medical record (EMR) documentation detailing patient progress and care plans.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Required: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program from an accredited school with a degree in Occupational Therapy (DOT, MOT, or MSOT).

• Experience: Previous clinical experience is preferred, but passionate New Graduates ready to launch their careers are highly encouraged to apply!

Licensure & Certifications:

• Required: Must possess and maintain a current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the State of Illinois.

• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

• Hourly Pay Range: $37.77 – $56.66 / hour

• Competitive performance-based incentives and shift differentials.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. (Review our full offerings in our Benefits Guide) .

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.

• Generous paid vacation time (PTO) and recognized holiday pay.

• A deeply supportive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.

> Compensation Disclaimer: Final pay within the stated range is determined based on various factors, including education level, years of experience, relevant certifications, and specific clinical skills. Compensation packages are reviewed individually with Human Resources to ensure equity and alignment with your qualifications.