Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team: More Than Just a Job

At our organization, we believe that your work is more than just a career; it’s a true calling.

Position Type:

PRN (as needed)

Overview:

The role involves assessing and treating patients who may have physical, emotional, cognitive, or psychosocial challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients' capabilities to safely and effectively manage daily living skills.
• Develop tailored care plans that specify the type and frequency of treatments required.
• Execute the treatment plan utilizing suitable modalities and document patient progress.
• Continuously monitor and adjust the care plan as necessary, seeking consultation when needed.
• Provide education to patients and their families or caregivers regarding identified deficits.
• Assist in planning and facilitating patient discharge from therapy services, including guidance on adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervise care provided by designated personnel in accordance with established regulations and standards.
• Maintain a vigilant and safe working environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements:

A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field is necessary to obtain licensure in the state of practice.

Experience:

No prior experience is required for this position.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Regular use of hearing and speech for effective communication.
• Frequent auditory skills to identify body sounds and alarms.
• Regular visual acuity for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances.
• Frequent walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry tasks.
• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting, and repetitive movements of the legs and arms.
• Occasional lifting and moving of patients and objects weighing between 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional driving and visual tasks to assess distances and colors.
• Rarely required to crawl.

Licensure and Certifications:

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification is required within 90 days of employment. Additional resuscitation certifications may be necessary based on departmental needs.

State Licensure Requirements:

• Illinois: Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Missouri: Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Oklahoma: Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
• Wisconsin: Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Schedule:

Day Shift (United States)

Employment Type:

Employee

Department:

Home Care FDL

Weekly Hours:

0 hours scheduled

Benefits:

We value our outstanding employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package tailored to meet their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees to access earned but unpaid wages before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: We provide upfront tuition assistance through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are committed to diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Explore all the benefits we offer and consider joining our team!