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Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics
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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
Occupational Therapist
- Pediatrics RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy
- 4.1 Naperville, IL Job Details Part-time $32
- $38 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits 401(k) matching
Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification Driver's License Delegation Full Job Description Overview:
Position:
Part Time Occupational Therapist
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Pediatrics Location:
Naperville, IL Schedule:
Part Time, afternoon and evening coverage
Compensation:
$32.00
- 38.
00 per hour RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a Part Time pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team! We evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from sensory processing, emotional regulation, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, visual motor deficits and more. You will play an integral role in collaborating with other professionals to help our pediatric patients reach their goals and learn new skills. Come join us and make a positive difference in the life of a child! We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!
PRN/Part Time Perks:
Continuing Education :
Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
Career Growth :
Access to a nationwide, professional support network 401(k) : Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
Diversity :
Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties
Responsibilities:
High Standard of Care:
Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
Collaborative Approach:
Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
Leadership:
Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
Personalized Treatment:
Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements.
Innovative Opportunities:
Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
Best Practices:
Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy State occupational therapist license (or eligibility) CPR certification Valid state driver's license
Additional Data:
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans