OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT)

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist in our rehab/long-term care setting is responsible for evaluating residents, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, and providing ongoing treatment to support functional independence and quality of life. This role includes completing timely and accurate documentation, reassessing progress, and modifying treatment plans as needed to meet regulatory requirements. The Occupational Therapist collaborates closely with the COTA and interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and discharge planning, delegates and supervises therapy services in accordance with state practice standards, ensures safe and effective treatment through appropriate use of precautions and modalities, and maintains compliance with state, federal, and billing regulations. Participation in required training and continuing education is expected.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $45 to $52 per hour (depending on experience)
Benefits: Dental and Vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
PTO, True Flexible Scheduling, and Shift Differentials
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Referral bonuses, employee discounts, early wage access

Key Responsibilities

• Performs initial patient examination, evaluation, interpretation of referrals, and creates the initial plan of care for each patient, revises as appropriate.
• Creates and maintains a patient record for each patient treatment.
• Provides on-site assessment and re-evaluation of each patient's treatment according to the State and Federal required interval, whichever is more stringent and adjusts the treatment plan as appropriate.
• Collaborates with the COTA to coordinate discharge plan and decision.
• Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate application of precautions and contraindications to occupational therapy treatment procedures and modalities.
• Completes documentation according to facility policies including timeliness and medical necessity support.
• Delegates appropriate portions of the treatment plan and program to the COTA consistent with the COTA's education, training, and experience.
• Provides supervision of COTA as required by State Practice Act.
• Adheres to state, federal and third-party billing regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality, promotes and supports compliance by acting consistently through Facility Code of Conduct and leading by example.
• Participates in in-service training and completes all mandatory training within designated time frame.

Qualifications

• Required: Graduate of an accredited educational program in occupational therapy.
  Licensed in the State of Illinois
  Not excluded or sanctioned from state or federal program
  Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in the practice of their discipline.
  Ability to use analytical skills to develop outcome solutions.
  Prior EMR/computer experience
  Ability to meet physical and job-related requirements
  Must be English literate and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• PREFERRED: Previous hospital or long-term care or skilled nursing experience

About Fair Oaks Health Care Center

Join our 51-bed skilled nursing community, where long-term care meets short-term rehab with heart. We’re proud of our team culture that feels more like family than work. Here, your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your career truly grows. Our community culture is guided by our Core Values: Do the Right Thing | Foster Positive Relationships | Be Committed | Be Innovative | Coach, Guide, and Lead

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.