Occupational Therapist (Bridgeport, IL)

Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine • Bridgeport, IL

7h • $78,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is seeking a talented Occupational Therapist to join their outpatient orthopedic PT and OT practice, which complements their thriving orthopedic surgery practice. The role involves expanding the department and providing patient services. The mission of Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is to help patients live without pain and limitations, offering personalized and compassionate care to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Occupational Therapy License or pending license

Nice To Haves

• Experience in outpatient OT/hand therapy
• Doctorate degree
• 1 year of experience in Occupational therapy

Responsibilities

• Create and implement exercise and rehab protocols that meet the patient's goals and needs
• Follow doctors' orders by consultation or prescription to prescribe, adjust, and/or progress exercise activities
• Administer occupational therapy treatments such as patient exercise using equipment and objective functional testing
• Instruct, encourage, and assist patients in performing treatment activities such as non-manual exercises, and daily-living activities
• Utilize proven rehab techniques with day-to-day functions of patient care and retention
• Ensure rehab equipment is clean, operable, and ready for use
• Comply with all procedures, rules, and regulations
• Maintain accurate patient charting requirements, reports, and correspondence
• Keep patient confidence and protect practice operations by keeping information confidential
• Conduct yourself in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner always
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation, attending educational workshops, and reviewing professional publications

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for pay escalation via performance/productivity bonus
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education funds
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree