Occupational Therapist II - Outpatient Physical Rehab Services - Days

Hourly Pay Range $35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights Occupational Therapist II – Outpatient Physical Rehab Services - Days Location: Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights, IL Full time/Part time: Full Time 40 hours per week Hours: Day shift; 7:30am-4pm Rotating weekends: yes, 1 Saturday per month; FLEX day given during the week when working a Saturday Holidays: Yes, 1 warm weather holiday (Memorial day, 4th of July, or Labor day), 1 Sunday around the cold weather holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day) Required Travel: No What you will do 1:1 Care Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area. Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient. Evaluates patient’s functional abilities/disabilities utilizing techniques appropriate to the patient type including assessment of upper extremity strength, range of motion, pain, sensation, coordination, performance of activities of daily living, transfers, cognitive, perceptual, visual, home management skills and splint fabrication. In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function, increase strength and decrease pain. Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines. Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other hospital staff to provide optimal patient care. Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including post-discharge planning. Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides home programs considering the developmental needs of the patient. May assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly. Utilizes correct body mechanics. Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment. Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs. Attends all mandatory in-services. Assumes responsibility, as assigned, for overall departmental functioning in absence of supervisor. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth, keeps abreast of developments in the field of Occupational Therapy and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans. Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested. Various levels may have additional Features What you will need The completion of a degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA accredited school, or the equivalent Current Illinois licensure or eligibility Certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy CPR certification from American Heart Association Benefits Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co