Occupational Therapist

at OSF HealthCare (Main Office) in Galesburg, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Overview

Multiple Sign On Bonus Options!
$5,000 -1 year work commitment
$10,000 - 2 year work commitment
$20,000 - 3 year work commitment
(Internal Mission Partners not eligible)
We currently have two Occupational Therapist openings as we continue to grow at St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg. Are you and a friend looking to make a change? Do you have specialized experience or are interested in specialty training in the future? Come join our award-winning culture and make a difference in your community!
This team consists of a fun and diverse group of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, physical therapy assistants, cardiac rehab nurses, exercise specialists and a rehab tech! Our physical therapy team consists of 14-16 individuals who have approximately 260 years of combined experience! We have therapists and assistants who specialize in a variety of areas including but not limited to: women's health/pelvic floor dysfunction, orthopedics, pediatrics, lymphedema, LSVT Big (Parkinson's disease) and other neurological diagnoses, vestibular problems, balance, and concussion management. Our 4 occupational therapists have a combined 66 years of experience and enjoy seeing patients with orthopedic diagnosis from the shoulder to the hand, neurological diagnosis and pediatric patient who may have sensory dysfunction, feeding and eating issues and developmental delay. Our 3 speech and language pathologists have a combined 9-10 years of experience and treat many pediatric patients with speech delay, articulation deficits, and feeding and eating difficulties. They also treat adult patients who have dysphasia (troubles with swallowing), and memory/cognition deficits. Our cardiac rehab staff is comprised of 3 nurses and 2 exercise specialists, totaling a combined experience of over 100 years! They are essential in helping our cardiac and pulmonary rehab patients recover from cardiopulmonary events and procedures and get back to a healthy and active lifestyle. The leadership team consists of Director and Physical Therapist Katy Enloe, Manager and Physical Therapist, Dr. Amanda Kocis and Supervisor and Occupational Therapist Treva Haney.
OSF Rehabilitation offers an environment for clinicians that is supportive in professional development and offers paid continuing education units, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary! In addition, OSF Healthcare qualifies for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program
OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.
Expected pay for this position is $35.33 - $41.57/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist assists patients in the restoration of occupational function through evaluation and treatment. Performs examination and evaluation of patients' occupational and functional status including musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary and integumentary systems as they relate to functional mobility skills. Includes gathering information from the patient chart, patient and family, or other source as appropriate.
Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy
Licensure/Certifications:
State license and National Board Certification Occupational Therapy registration
Current state driver's license for those providing Driving Evaluations
CPR certification within 90 days of hire
Other skills/knowledge:
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the population served
Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills work well with others and to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other treatment team members when gathering and exchanging patient condition information
Analytical ability to evaluate patients' Occupational and functional status, establish therapy goals, formulate treatment plans consistent with goals, observe patients and document status, and assist techs and assistants in resolving problems
Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous work experience as an Occupational Therapist
Valid driver's license
OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE