Occupational Therapist-Pediatrics Part-time Day $2500 Sign-on Bonus

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Pay Starting at: $38.06+ per hour based on experience

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

• Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
• Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

**This position has a $2,500 sign-on bonus**

See what our staff have to say about working in the rehab department and at Northwestern Medicine! 

The Occupational Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday from 2pm - 7pm 

Responsibilities:

• Completes initial exam and establishes appropriate, functional, and objective goals based upon clinical examination and interpretation of objective tests to determine accurate clinical diagnoses and treatment plan in conjunction with MD.
• Develops and implements occupational therapy programs aimed at maximizing function and assisting the patient to adapt to any residual disability by utilizing practice in functional, prevocational, vocational activities. This would include (but not limited to): homemaking skills; Activities of Daily Living, sensor motor, educational, recreational and social activities.
• Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapy activities according to the patients abilities.
• Communicates plan of care to patient, family and other interdisciplinary personnel; provides emotional support as needed by patient and family.
• Treats patients utilizing a variety of treatment techniques including (but not limited to): therapeutic exercise, functional activities, Activities of Daily Living, manual techniques, adaptive equipment training, and energy conservation.
• Utilizes age-appropriate teaching methods based upon learning needs of patient; utilizes a variety of teaching tools (models, charts, handouts, etc).
• Evaluates the home, work, and/or community settings and makes recommendations and appropriate referrals to assure safe and efficient function within all settings.
• Evaluates results/effectiveness of Occupational Therapy by observing, noting, and evaluating patients progress; recommending and implementing adjustments and modification of goals and plan as needed.
• Plans and communicates to patient, family and medical personnel readiness for discontinuation of Occupational Therapy in a timely fashion.
• Reviews/finalizes exercise and home programs; initiates and follows up on recommendations for self-management/continuation of care.
• Maintains accurate, thorough and timely documentation in accordance with department policy; chart audit standards are consistently met.
• Demonstrates awareness of regulatory specifications/restrictions/policies; incorporates regulatory information into daily work and operations.
• Responsible for maintaining licensure requirements; practices ethically and is knowledgeable of the Illinois State Practice Act.
• Adapts schedule based on clinic needs; maintains a positive attitude; provides assistance to co-workers and patients; utilizes non-patient care time effectively.
• Contacts referral sources to promote positive relationships with Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Rehab Services department.
• Actively participates in quality and PI effort.

AA/EOE

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree. 
• Current Illinois OT License
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or in the process of obtaining certification.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Current employees and former employees that have terminated in the last year are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.