Occupational Therapist Home Health

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL | Facility: Ascension Home Health | Department: Home Health Therapeutic Services

Schedule

• Day shift
• Part-time
• Flexible schedule with 15 visits per week
• No on-call, weekends, or holidays

Pay

Salary Range: $40.55 - $59.30 per hour (base rate + visit differential)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess home health patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial deficits, including their ability to safely perform independent living skills.
• Develop, implement, and modify an individualized plan of care, determining appropriate treatment type, frequency, modalities, and seeking consultation as needed.
• Monitor, document, and oversee care, tracking patient progress, supervising delegated services in compliance with regulations, and adjusting treatment accordingly.
• Educate and support patients and caregivers, assist with discharge planning, and provide guidance on adaptive equipment and community support resources.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
  • Driver’s License credentialed from the Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles (IL-DMV) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Experience in geriatric and home health strongly preferred