Part-Time Occupational Therapist

Description

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute is hiring a Part-Time (30 hours)  Occupational Therapist who is interested in working in an orthopedic / hand therapy based clinic. Looking for an independent, flexible, and motivated therapist with minimum of 2-4 years experience in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation to join our team at the Munster location!

Why be an Part Time Occupational Therapist at Illinois Bone and Joint?

• Competitive salary
• Occupational Therapist Performance Bonuses
  • Up to $2,625 Quarterly Bonus
  • Achievable without having to double book patients
• $1500/year towards Continuing Education (pro-rated based on hours)
• Three-month mentoring period to ramp up to full caseload
• Critical Reasoning Development Seminar for new grads to gain further confidence with assessing and developing a plan of care for common orthopedic conditions
• Leadership Development Series geared towards those seeking management or leadership positions and how to tackle communication, coaching, and developing strong teams
• Educational and collaborative opportunities with physicians
• We offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, life, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO accrual, as well as 401K, profit sharing, employee assistance program, and disability coverage

Wide range of special interest groups to learn and develop from your peers including:

• Collaboration with OT leadership across Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
• Sports Medicine
• Foot & Ankle Group
• Manual Therapy
• Vestibular/ Concussion Rehab
• Performing Arts

Innovated Collaborative Programs:

• OrthoSync: Comprehensive, coordinated surgical and rehabilitative care for Medicare patients undergoing joint replacements
• OrthoHealth: Metabolic approach to joint health and weight loss utilizing rehabilitation, health coaching, and nutritional 

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC, is one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practices in the United States,  with 100 locations and 150 physicians throughout the Chicagoland area, expertise in every orthopedic specialty, and complete diagnostic and rehab services. Illinois Bone & Joint Institute offers relief, solutions, and comprehensive integrated care. IBJI's dedicated physicians and staff pair cutting edge technology with modern practice techniques to offer the most beneficial and effective means of recovery. This integration allows us to perform a full-range of collaborative and comprehensive services that directly impact our patients quality of life. IBJI wants to help our patients move better, so they can live better. 

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapists at IBJI specialize in the treatment of the hand and upper extremity to optimize functional use which has been impaired by illness or injury. The Occupational Therapist utilizes specialized skills in assessment and treatment to rehabilitate clients through preventative or non-operative treatment and post-operative rehabilitation of a variety of orthopedic conditions.

Responsibilities

1. Performs initial evaluations, establishes treatment plan with functional goals, implements individualized treatment program using task-oriented activities or exercises to restore physical function.
2. Fabricates custom or dispenses non-custom upper extremity orthotics to protect healing bone/muscle/soft tissue and/or facilitate range of motion
3. Completes written documentation (Initial Evaluation, Progress Summary, Discharge Summary) to physicians.
4. Responsible for upgrading treatment and goals and determining appropriate time of discharge.
5. Communicates regularly with physician and other team members to maximize outcome for the client.
6. Completes daily paperwork including daily SOAP note, charges, daily total sheet, insurance plan/care forms as necessary.
7. Assists with training and supervision of Rehabilitation Technicians.
8.  Assists with maintaining and ordering Occupational Therapy supplies and equipment.
9. Has opportunity to supervise Level I and II Occupational Therapy students, or shadowing by individuals interested in the field of Occupational Therapy.
10. Participates in ongoing continuing education opportunities in and outside of IBJI.
11. Develops relationships with physicians in and outside of IBJI to market our services and treatment philosophy through shadowing, attending patient appointments and interoffice communication.

Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited college or university.
• Illinois licensed.
• Ability to change body position frequently: sit, stand, stoop, bend, reach throughout their shift.
• Excellent eye hand coordination and ability to manipulate objects/materials for orthotic fabrication and functional activities or exercises.
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs bilaterally.
• Ability to assist in transferring clients from wheelchair to mat table.