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Occupational Therapist OT Outpatient

Department: Therapy Services - CPG_10_21
Usual Schedule: M-F 830a-5p
Regions: Carle Foundation
On Call Requirements: no
Job Category: Therapy Services
Work Location: Carle Rantoul
Employment Type: Full - Time
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 43752
Secondary Job Category: Allied Health
Experience Requirements: None
Weekend Requirements: no
Education Requirements: Bachelors Degree
Shift: Day
Location: Urbana, IL
Holiday Requirements: no
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
Sign on Bonus Available!!!
$7,500 greater than 1year of experince
$5,000 less than 1year of experince
$2,500 Relocation Bonus over 50 miles
(external candidates only)
  
The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.


EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Occupational Therapist (OT) License Illinois upon hire and

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Basic Computer Skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed, chair and floor, if applicable. Is aware of and demonstrates safe and appropriate body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury to self, staff and patients.
  • Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan. Adjusts the care based on patient response and available evidence.
  • Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.
  • Performs examination, selecting reliable and valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results of screening, and history.
  • Screens patients using procedures to determine the effectiveness of and need fortherapy services, if appropriate.
  • Uses support personnel according to legal standards and ethical guidelines. Monitors the care delivered by support personnel and provides regular feedback.
  • Documents evaluations and plans of care according to department policy including goals, modifications of treatment plans and patients' response to treatments.
  • Evaluates clinical findings to determine therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care.
  • If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.
  • Evaluates patients impairments related to upper extremity function
  • Establishes a plan of care based on functional deficits and patients goals
  • Completes objective testing for range of motion, strength, and performance of daily functional tasks
  • Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR
  • Completes therapeutic ultrasound treatment
  • Completes fluidotherapy treatment
  • Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations



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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

 

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