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Occupational Therapist, Home Health

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Overview

***$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS***

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive care to patients of all ages through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and is a clinical resource for staff and students.

Schedule

Full Time, Days, No Weekends

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

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

https://MemorialHealthIL.as.me/KariWatson

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

Illinois Occupational Therapist license required.
CPR certification required.
Must possess valid IL driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (5 year MVR will be required). Must have availability of personal vehicle with proof of insurance.

Experience:

Minimum of two years experience in Home Health or 5 years general clinical experience required

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Consistently meets expectations at the staff level I for patient care and clinical skills.
Universal Precautions Category I.
Will accept a MHSvcs car for business purposes only as deemed necessary by geography/mileage.
Achieve and maintain 9-14 points on Rehab Clinical Ladder grid.

Responsibilities

Serve as a role model in the delivery of O.T. treatment.

Provides high quality patient care in service areas/clinics as assigned.

Facilitates effective team work and participates in the clinical development and supervision of assistants.

Pursues self education and maintains skills attending continuing education programs, department in-services, reviewing literature and research in order to stay abreast of clinical developments in the field.

Demonstrates support for and participates as requested in accomplishing MHS, departmental and team goals and objectives.

Complies with Agency policies, procedures and protocols; professional standards; JCAHO; and Medicare Conditions of Participation.

Complies with Agency standards of productivity for the department.

Participates in continuous quality improvement (Quality Initiative measures) including efforts to improve patient outcomes. (Oasis)

Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.

Is accountable for all equipment in his/her position including but not limited to, laptop computer, FAX machine, and Rehab equipment.

Evaluates treatment needs of assigned physician referred patients.

Determines and implements plan to accomplish treatment goals within appropriate time frames.

Provides appropriate feedback to physician, department, and other team members and maintains required documentation.

Contributes to the maintenance of a satisfactory work environment.

Assists in development of occupational therapy programs.

Completes patient care documentation in a timely manner according to department policy.

Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of in-service and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.

Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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What You Should Know About Occupational Therapist, Home Health, Memorial Health

The role of Occupational Therapist at Memorial Health in Springfield is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to make a real difference in patients' lives! With a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000, you'll provide and coordinate comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Your work will involve evaluating, planning, and implementing tailored treatment plans that align with established standards and protocols. You'll not only be delivering high-quality care, but you'll also be a vital clinical resource for staff and students. Your schedule will be full-time during the days, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance with no weekends required. We value continuous learning, so pursuing personal development through continuing education is highly encouraged. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll collaborate with other healthcare professionals to achieve exceptional patient outcomes while actively participating in departmental goals and quality improvement initiatives. Join our dedicated team—if you have at least two years of home health experience or five years of general clinical practice, and hold a valid Illinois Occupational Therapist license, we want to hear from you! If you're interested in this fulfilling position, feel free to reach out to Kari Watson at Watson.Kari@mhsil.com or schedule a call to discuss further. Your journey towards enhancing lives starts here!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Occupational Therapist, Home Health Role at Memorial Health

What qualifications are required for the Occupational Therapist position at Memorial Health?

To qualify for the Occupational Therapist role at Memorial Health, candidates must possess a valid Illinois Occupational Therapist license and CPR certification. Additionally, candidates should hold a valid IL driver's license and have access to a personal vehicle with proof of insurance. A minimum of two years of experience in Home Health or five years of general clinical experience is required.