Occupational Therapist - Joliet, IL
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Occupational Therapists to provide one-on-one care to older adults in Joliet, Illinois, and surrounding communities. Clinicians treat patients in private residences and senior living settings, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model. The role focuses on helping patients improve mobility, independence, wellness, and quality of life through individualized, evidence-based care. Occupational Therapists may create and manage their own treatment schedules and build lasting patient relationships. Telehealth and other virtual care may be incorporated when appropriate. Clinicians work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and fitness specialists. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. New graduates are eligible for the Emerging Professionals Mentor Program. Compensation is based on experience and employment type; the stated Illinois full-time base pay range is $65,000–$100,000 annually, with opportunities to earn more. Part-time and FOX Flex compensation is prorated.
Requirements
- Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Basic computer and EMR proficiency.
- Current CPR certification.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting, performing CPR, assisting with transfers and bed mobility, repositioning patients, standing and walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities.
- Ability to wear PPE when required.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are eligible for FOX’s Emerging Professionals Mentor Program.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one occupational therapy to older adults in private residences and senior living settings, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
- Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and deliver evidence-based treatment.
- Provide therapy that supports patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence.
- Document effectively in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and fitness specialists.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place.
- Provide telehealth or virtual care when appropriate.
- Drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Unlimited continuing education access
- Professional certification reimbursement
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Access to advanced technology and tools, including virtual care resources
- Employee referral bonuses
- Wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
- Additional compensation for serving as a Clinical Instructor
- Additional compensation for mentoring new graduates and emerging professionals
- Additional pay for supervising PTA/OTAs
- Additional pay for patient care above the bi-weekly quota
- Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
