Occupational Therapist, PRN, Acute

About the role

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development, and so much more.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized tests such as manual muscle testing, goniometry, and teaches occupational therapy procedures to patients, families, and other healthcare personnel.
• Conducts both individual and comprehensive evaluations with multidisciplinary team members.
• Provides written summaries of diagnostic findings to be included in the team's plan.
• Administers occupational therapy treatment services including neuro-developmental and sensory motor therapy, developmental stimulation, home programming, equipment demonstrations, or other treatment modalities to enhance sensory motor functioning and general developmental status.
• Documents goals and objectives for therapy as well as the course and progress of interventions with the patient.
• Participates in IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) as needed.
• Reviews and documents clinical records for quality assurance purposes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• M.A. or Doctorate (accreditation AOTA) preferred.
• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the applicable state with current licensure.
• Active member of AOTA encouraged, but not required.
• CPR Certification every two years.
• Valid applicable state driver's license.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing specialized tests and providing occupational therapy services.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Manual muscle testing.
• Goniometry.
• Occupational therapy procedures.
• Therapeutic exercise.
• Heat, water, electricity, massage, ultrasound, and rehabilitative procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education assistance program.

Pay

$49.00 per hour.

Schedule

Variety of schedules available.