Occupational Therapist – Inpatient, Acute Care, Per Diem

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Provide professional occupational therapy evaluation, treatment and follow up services to physician referred patients. Responsible for assessing patients and performing procedures consistent with or based on the age and developmental status of the patient to maximize the clinical outcome and safety of the patient. - Position: Occupational Therapist – Inpatient, Acute Care, Per Diem - Location: Chicago - Per Diem – Hours as needed - Hours: Days; 8am-4:30pm; Rotating weekends; Rotating holidays - Required Travel: no What you will do: - Provides quality Occupational therapy services to patients including assessment, treatment intervention and discharge planning based on the age, psychological, educational and developmental status of the patient. Service provision may include direct, group, monitored and consultative approaches. - Communicates and collaborates with physicians, other health professionals and family members or caregivers to facilitate optimal patient care. - Prepares and maintains accurate patient reco...