Occupational Therapist - Ip

Occupational Therapist I

USD $31.51 /hr – USD $48.83 /hr

PRN, Days

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• O.T. license in the State of Illinois, or license pending with an application for licensure on file with IDPFR and a letter of “Authorization to Work” from the State of Illinois (maximum practice time 6 months).
• CPR Certification preferred.
• If applicable, valid Illinois driver’s license; must meet MHS Fleet Safety Policy (5‑year MVR required).

• Achieves & maintains 0‑10 points on the Clinical Ladder Grid.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, families, peers and team members for assessment, intervention, and professional development.
• Physically able to lift, support, move patients 50–100 lbs.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions Category I.

• Perform patient assessments in specific service area.
• Assign an occupational therapy treatment diagnosis.
• Establish plan of care with objective, measurable goals.
• Provide interventions supported by evidence-based practice in accordance with established plan of care.
• Assess effectiveness of treatment and modify treatment to achieve goals.
• Plan for discharge.
• Communicate with patient, family, caregivers and team to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Provide patient care documentation that meets quality standards and supports ethical billing practice.
• Demonstrate ability to organize workload and manage time effectively.
• Maintain positive working relationship with patients and referral base.
• Demonstrate teamwork by routinely offering help or assisting others when needed.
• Handle difficult or stressful situations appropriately.
• Perform other related work as required or requested.

• Walk, stand, bend, and reach.
• Lift, push, and pull weight of at least 1–5 pounds.

• Work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks that are not specifically presented in this description.