Occupational Therapist - UI Health, Acute Care

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for the provision of occupational therapy services within her or his individual scope of clinical competence including: assessment and evaluation of factors that influence occupational performance; formulating conclusions regarding the patient/client needs and priorities to develop a patient/client centered intervention plan; and selecting and implementing evidence based interventions to support participation in areas of occupation. The OT is also responsible for upholding professional standards and promoting quality in practice.

Requirements

Licensure or Eligibility for licensure as a registered occupational therapist by the State of Illinois under the condition that they have been issued a letter of authorization from the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) allowing them to practice under supervision
Possession of a current/valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support CPR Certification.
Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Acute care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Performs the duties of a professional Occupational Therapist for an assigned caseload with emphasis on providing comprehensive care.
Direct Patient Care time (actual time with patients, may vary from scheduled) - includes all direct interventions and patient education that is integrated as a part of treatment session
Indirect Patient Care (IPC) - time spent in chart review, documentation (direct patient care documentation as well as any other documentation related to patient care), scheduling, attending team or family meetings and rounds (documented as clinic time), ordering equipment, assisting other staff
Responsible for administrative tasks related to the patient care services they provide, related to department operations, or required for regulatory and organizational compliance. This includes time sheets, case presentations, staff meetings, committee meetings, giving in-services.
Responsible for clinical teaching for students and student clinicians. May provide academic teaching
Responsible for professional development and skills for self as well as sharing expertise and participation in development of the role of occupational therapy throughout the health system and within the community.
Other related duties as assigned.
Alternative productivity expectations may be determined based on fluctuating needs of the department
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.