Occupational Therapist RL114911 - Metro Associates
Springfield, IL
About the Job
Full-Time Onsite:
Bonus Opportunity: $10,000 First Year Success Bonus.
Overview: Our Award Winning Client, a nationally operating organization renowned for its excellence, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Occupational Medicine, Social Work, and possess a valid Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR) license in Illinois (IL). Additionally, candidates must hold a valid Regular Driver License (DL) and possess any of the following valid licenses/certifications: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS), American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA ACLS), or American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA PALS).
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform assessments of patient functioning levels and develop short and long-term goals towards improving/restoring independence and physical/cognitive functioning.
- Provide guidance and instruction to patients/family members on therapeutic procedures/activities and adaptive approaches.
- Conduct functional and cognitive re-evaluations to assess the need for revisions in treatment plans.
- Maintain progress notes and submit all required paperwork in a timely manner according to Agency policy.
- Arrange for outpatient occupational therapy services as necessary and provide consultation to the home health team.
- Prepare periodic reports for physicians and third-party payers regarding care provided.
Schedule and Shift Details: The work schedule and shift expectations are based on assigned caseload. Employee will be required to drive daily for meetings and/or visits to residential homes.
Travel: Employee will be required to drive daily for meetings and/or visits to residential homes. Occasional travel may be required.
Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.