Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Hospital Sisters Health System•Springfield, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Treats assigned patients and carries out treatment plans as outlined in the plan of care. Serves as an educator for patients, families, students, and co-workers, and supports personal professional advancement. Performs other professional duties related to patient care, development of therapy program services, and engagement and development of interdisciplinary teams. This position is in the Rehabilitation department at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. It is a part-time, day-shift position with 32 scheduled weekly hours. The stated pay range is $25.53–$38.29; actual pay is based on factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications, and education. HSHS describes its culture as grounded in respect, care, competence, and joy, with a focus on patients and continual improvement through advanced technologies and treatments. The organization serves Illinois and Wisconsin through 13 hospitals and numerous community-based health centers and clinics, and reports having more than 13,000 colleagues.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program, such as an associate program, that meets licensure requirements in the state of practice.
Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of practice.
Certified Basic Life Support (BLS), or completion within the first 90 days of employment.
In Illinois, licensure under the Illinois Occupational Therapy Act and other applicable governing agencies is required within six months for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements.

Responsibilities

Treat assigned patients and execute treatment plans as outlined in the plan of care.
Educate patients, families, students, and co-workers.
Engage in self-professional advancement.
Perform other professional duties associated with patient care.
Contribute to the development of therapy program services.
Engage with and support the development of interdisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time and part-time colleagues.
Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
Retirement benefits, including HSHS contributions.
Educational assistance of up to $5,250 per calendar year and tuition discounts at select colleges, with no waiting period.
Adoption assistance of up to $7,500 for eligible adoption-related expenses.
Wellness program with incentives.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance program.
Identity theft coverage.
Colleague rewards and recognition program.
Discount program.