Occupational Therapist

Mercyhealth•Riverside, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Mercyhealth is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team. This full-time, day shift position involves integrating subjective and objective data to establish treatment plans, utilizing various therapeutic techniques, and maintaining thorough patient records. The role requires effective communication with other healthcare professionals and active participation in quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced evaluation and treatment skills, contribute to cost-saving measures, and assist in training new team members. Additionally, the position involves planning and conducting educational programs on occupational therapy.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
Licensed as an occupational therapist in WI, IL or both if required
CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire
NBCOT upon initial licensure only, as required

Nice To Haves

Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques

Responsibilities

Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation.
Participates actively in the PI and CQI process.
Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners.
Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department.
Takes an active role in the performance improvement process.
Maintains a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between occupational therapists, assistants and the physician group.
Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.