Occupational Therapist III

Min

USD $37.43/Hr.

Max

USD $58.02/Hr.

Overview

***Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000.00***

 Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.  Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states.  Current CPR card.

Certified Hand Therapist preferred or new graduates/therapists interested in an outpatient hand therapy setting.  The Hand Therapist treats a variety of upper extremity conditions, both non-operative and post-operative, and is responsible for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.  Manages daily caseload based on protocols and patient needs using an EMR system for documentation and billing.  Works closely with surgeons, nurses and other healthcare providers to ensure patients have the best possible outcomes.  Opportunities to collaborate and on the job mentoring and training to develop clinical and splint fabrication skills as well as opportunities for continuing education and career development. 

 

Schedule:

Full Time, Days

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus 

Contact me if interested at Watson.Kari@mhsil.com or schedule a call with me to discuss at:

  https://MemorialHealthIL.as.me/KariWatson

Qualifications

 

Education and/or Other Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or entry level equivalent.  Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states.  Completed Hand Therapy Certification Commission requirements. Current CPR card.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

• Therapy and instruction— Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects as it pertains to the clinical instruction of students.
• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to evaluate and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of Human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Knowledge of laws and government regulations as they apply to State and National standards.
• Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Good knowledge of the standard practices, equipment and rules relating to word processing, written and oral communications.
• Good working knowledge and ability to perform basic computer skills such as but limited to word processing, data entry, and documentation.
• Gives full attention to what other people are saying, takes time to understand the points being made, asks questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Actively looks for ways to help people, co-workers, and other departments.
• Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Able to communicate through clear and concise written, verbal, and listening skills with physicians, consultants, and Rehabilitation team members, patients and patients’ families.
• Ability to anticipate problems and potential outcomes.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

 

Environmental Factors

This position is performed within an environment of occasional exposu