Occupational Therapist I - Inpatient / Outpatient- MultipleLocations

Hourly Pay Range : $32.60 - $48.90 - The

hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise

and years of experience, among other factors. Occupational

Therapist I- Inpatient / Outpatient- Multiple Locations Position

Highlights : Position : Occupational Therapist I Location : Evanston,

Skokie and Elmhurst Full Time / Part Time : Full time Hours : 8 am to

4 : 30 pm What you will do : 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 staff to provide optimal patient care. Involves the patient,

family and caregivers in the plan of care, including

next-level-of-care planning. Conducts patient / family education

sessions and provides self-directed programs considering the

developmental needs of the patient. Assists 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

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. Adheres to all Endeavor Health

standards, policies and procedures. Occasionally acts as a resource

to fellow clinical staff and periodically assists with process

improvement initiatives, but only in a limited capacity and not as

primary job functions. What you will need : Required Education :

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an

AOTA accredited school, or the equivalent. Required License and / or

Certification with License : Current Illinois licensure or

eligibility Certification by National Board for Certification in

Occupational Therapy. American Heart Association BLS CPR

certification. Benefits (For full time or part time positions) :

Premium pay for eligible employees 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 Endeavor Health is a fully integrated

healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to

quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more

than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties.

Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians

aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care

close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight

acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston,

Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington

Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet

hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit .

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an

organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals

and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our

website ( ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on

its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing

reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please

refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity,

equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for

our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy.

We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in

connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for

all. EOE : Race / Color / Sex / Sexual Orientation / Gender

Identity / Religion / National Origin / Disability / Vets, VEVRRA Federal

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