Position SummaryPerforms Occupational therapy evaluation, reassessment and consultation; provides plan of care, discharge planning, patient, and significant other education; renders occupational therapy services within the practice guidelines of the American Association of Occupational Therapy (AOTA) and other regulatory agencies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Performs Occupational Therapy evaluation, reassessment and consultation upon referral of a physician, dentist or podiatrist.
- Provides plan of care and discharge planning. Secures a physician certificate for the plan of care.
- Provides Occupational Therapy services within the practice guidelines of the AOTA, the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
- Participates in discharge planning, when requested.
- Communicates with patient's physician, nurse and case manager when necessary regarding the patient's evaluation report, progress and discharge plan.
- Ensures patient safety, patient rights and HIPAA compliance.
Required Qualifications- 1-3 years of experience required
- 3+ years of experience preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required
- Master of Science in Occupational Therapy preferred
Licensure and Certification- Illinois Occupational Therapy license required
- BLS/CPR required
Where a professional license or certification is required, the candidate must maintain the applicable license or certification throughout employment and comply with applicable renewal and reporting requirements.
Humboldt Park Health may verify applicable professional licenses, certifications, education, employment history, and other credentials as permitted or required by applicable law and organizational policy.
ScheduleThis position follows a full-time schedule. Flexibility may be required based on patient care and operational needs.
CompensationPay Range: $35 - $45 per hour
The pay range represents the budgeted compensation range for this position. Final offers may vary based on job-related factors, including qualifications, education, experience, skill set, internal equity, applicable policies, and other factors permitted by law.
