Occupational Therapist – Inpatient - per diem

## Occupational Therapist – Inpatient - per diem Apply:
SWH Swedish Hospital Chicago:
Part time:
Posted 2 Days Ago:
R40836
** Hourly Pay Range:**$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
** Position Highlights:
*** Position:
Occupational Therapist – Inpatient, Per Diem

* Location:

Chicago
* Per Diem – Hours as needed

* Hours:

Days; 8am-4:30pm;
Rotating weekends;
Rotating holidays
* Required Travel: no Provide professional occupational therapy evaluation, treatment and follow up services to physician referred patients.  Responsible for assessing patients and performing procedures consistent with or based on the age and developmental status of the patient to maximize the clinical outcome and safety of the patient.
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* What you will do:

*** Provides quality Occupational therapy services to patients including assessment, treatment intervention and discharge planning based on the age, psychological, educational and developmental status of the patient.  Service provision may include direct, group, monitored and consultative approaches.
* Communicates and collaborates with physicians, other health professionals and family members or caregivers to facilitate optimal patient care.
* Prepares and maintains accurate patient records including evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries and billing as required by Medicare, third party payers, and JCAHO/HFAP.
* Assists in organizing and maintaining equipment, scheduling, etc.
* Assures all patient care billing for treatment and equipment is completed according to policy
* Prepares and maintains accurate patient records including evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries and billing as required by Medicare, third party payers, and JCAHO/HFAP.  Assures co-signature on notes and evaluations if waiting on licensure exam results.
* Reports on patient/resident progress at staffing and other conferences.
* Anticipates the requirements and needs of others on a consistent basis.
* Participates in bi-monthly occupational therapy staff meetings.
* Participates in the clinical supervision of both Level I and Level II Occupational Therapy students, volunteers and high school students.
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* What you will need:

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* Education:

Graduate from a school of Occupational Therapy with a Bachelor of Science or Masters Degree from an accredited college or university approved by the AOTA and the Council on Medical Education of the AMA.
* Certification:
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of IL; CPR certification.

* Experience:

No clinical experience required; entry level position. Prefer physical dysfunctional affiliations completed in a similar setting.  Prefer physical dysfunctional affiliations completed in a similar setting.
* Unique or Preferred

Skills:

Must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with physicians, other health professionals, patients, family members, and the community.  Must demonstrate good organizational and time management skills.  Must be able to work effectively in an independent environment.
** Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
* Incentive pay for select positions
* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
* 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…