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Occupational Therapist (In Patient)
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$88,059 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
TeamBS Posittion Title:
Occupational Therapist (In Patient)Location:
2525 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616Duration:
Permanent Shift:
M-F Days Duties:
Performs initial and on-going assessments of patients in both short- and long-term residential programs. Develops and implements individualized therapy intervention designed to promote healing, restore function, maintain function, compensate/adapt to impairments for optimal function, or prevent complications arising from an injury/impairment. Identify needs for and make referrals to other disciplines or for durable medical equipment to address the comprehensive needs of the patient. Instruct, educate, and train patients/caregivers in the skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence and productivity in order to diminish or correct pathology. Assesses a patient's home environment for safe community reintegration. Performs administrative tasks such as maintaining patient records, documentation via electronic medical records in a timely manner, writing reports and making telephone calls/consultations as needed. Supervise Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants per state guidelines. Communicates continually with COTAs and other rehabilitation team members to create the most effective, individualized treatment outcomes for patients. Provide hands on, one on one treatment to patients, including but not limited to: lifting (50-100 lbs), transferring, assisting with Activities of Daily Living in a safe manner with stamina and endurance. Therapists also participate in community reintegration outings and patient home evaluations to promote optimal recovery.Qualifications:
Demonstrates eligibility to work for an employer in the U.S. Must be licensed in the State of llinois and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state practice guidelines. Must be a graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited byAOTA & ACOTE
standards. Current Basic Life Support certificate, or ability to obtain within 45 days of the date of hire. Previous experience within a Rehabilitation setting preferred but not required Ability to multitask and move between responsibilities in a fluid manner. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written English Communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards. Requires great organizational and time management skills Willingness to participate in goal setting and educational activities for personal professional growth and advancement. Ability to relate and work effectively with others. Projects a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, coworkers, and company as appropriate. Exudes flexibility and a respectful, positive energy to impact the workplace in a positive manner. Proven excellence in patient safety and care Friendly, empathetic & respectful Reliable in work results, timeliness & attendance Ability to relate to and work effectively with a wonderfully diverse populace Able to work in a fast-paced, and stressful environment while maintaining positive energy Able to work under pressure and in situations that benefit from patience, tact, stamina and endurance Detailed oriented, conscientious and committed to precision in work resultsPay:
$44.00 - $55.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance