Casual Occupational Therapist

Inpatient Occupational Therapist IHR-Casual As Needed
The licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers.
Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
Facilitates collaborative care with other healthcare team members.
Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
Demonstrates essential skill competencies in selecting the appropriate evaluation in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols. Demonstrates creative problem solving and diversity when adapting the treatment to special circumstances.
Maintains primary responsibility over patient plans of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating COTA(s).
Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. All notes reflect medical necessity and are accurately entered per policy into the electronic medical record.
Completes daily notes that reflect patient's response to treatment, actual performance, and an assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan and eventual discharge needs as evidenced by chart review, meeting all regulatory documentation requirements (e.g., allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursement).
Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and motivation as evidenced by chart review, observation and team feedback.
Participates in committees, department processes, and special projects in accordance with clinical expertise and individual performance plan.
Works to develop and maintain professional relationships with members of healthcare teams (ex: physician, nurse, case manager). Accepts constructive feedback and is able to make timely changes as evidenced by written coaching forms/chart audits and team feedback.
Proactively completes non-patient care responsibilities within established time frames consistently (e.g. coverage notes, PTO/schedule change requests, bonus pay forms, discharge checklists, follow up phone calls).
Contributes to educational efforts of department/clinic (e.g. in-services, Journal Club, new hire orientation, process improvement).
Actively participates in student clinical or observation programs by serving as a clinical instructor, mentor, or observation host as per department expectations
Completes all NM required education, competencies and training within required timeframes.
Demonstrates willingness to accommodate patient care needs and department specific meetings as needed.
Demonstrates willingness to flex schedule or assignment to meet patient care needs, staff meetings, and department specific meetings outside normal work hours
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist License in the state of Illinois
Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.