Occupational Therapist- Fulltime

Elara Caring•Des Plaines, IL

3d•$81,000 - $111,000

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable: right at home. Every day, our dedicated teams deliver high‑quality, personal care to more than 60,000 patients exactly where they live. As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients regain independence, build confidence, and improve their daily lives — all while being supported by a team that truly cares. If you’re driven by compassion, excellence, and making a meaningful difference, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active, unrestricted OT license in Illinois
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience
Willingness to travel within the Des Plaines coverage area
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license & proof of auto insurance
Ability to lift 50–100 lbs and perform physical patient care tasks

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations to determine patient needs and rehab goals
Develop individualized, high‑quality Plans of Care
Complete OASIS assessments and provide ongoing re-evaluations
Communicate patient changes to the care team and physician
Promote patient safety using family and community resources
Verify and follow physician orders each visit
Write orders for additional visits or Plan of Care adjustments
Document therapy interventions aligned with goals
Provide hands‑on OT services using best practice standards
Teach ADLs, fine motor and sensory integration strategies using adaptive equipment
Assist with acquiring or fabricating custom splints when needed
Provide home exercise program training to patients/caregivers
Offer education and supportive counseling to patients and families
Supervise COTAs, HHAs, and clinical team members as needed
Work in a physically active and occasionally high‑stress environment
Travel within the designated service area (up to 50%)