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Rush University lists this Occupational Therapist PD opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
nLocation: Chicago, Illinois
nBusiness Unit: Rush Medical Center
nHospital: Rush University Medical Center
nDepartment: Occupational Therapy- Acute
nWork Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)
nShift: Shift 1
nWork Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)
nRush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (
nPay Range: $55.00 per hour
nRush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
nSummary:
nResponsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery including evaluation, intervention planning, implementation, and reviewing outcome evaluation. The Occupational Therapist (OT) is an active participant in the interdisciplinary team. The OT meets the requirements of all internal and external regulatory bodies. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
nOther information:
nRequired Job Qualifications:
n•Initial Certification by NBCOT as an OTR
n•Meets all state regulatory requirements
n•Graduate of an accredited ACOTE OT Program.
n•Basic computer skills.
nPhysical Demands:
n•Must be able to lift, carry, and move items up to 20 pounds.
n•Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and push while assisting with patient care.
nResponsibilities:
nnnDirects the evaluation process including determining the need for services, defining problems within the domain of OT, determine goals, and establishes treatment priorities.
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nnInterprets the information provided by the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and integrates the information into the evaluation as appropriate.
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nnDevelops the intervention plan in collaboration with all team members.
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nnImplements the intervention plan.
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nnDetermines the need to modify, continue or discontinue services.
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nnSelects implements and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with competency levels and client goals and their social-cultural context.
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nnDelegates responsibilities to COTA within guidelines of RUMC.
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nnMaintains departmental productivity standards.
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nnDemonstrates ability to safely lift and/or move therapy equipment.
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nnDemonstrates ability to maintain patient safety.
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nnDemonstrates the ICARE values with patients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members.
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nnAdheres to policies and procedures.
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nnMaintains accurate and timely patient documentation.
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nnParticipates in continuous quality improvement processes and program evaluation.
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nnSupervises OT practicum, level I and level II OT students and other students as directed.
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nnProvides proof of completed documents related to health and education requirements.
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nnIdentifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
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nnFunctions according to the AOTA Code of Ethics and standards of the profession.
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nnSupports the practice of practitioner-teacher-investigator model by teaching and following evidenced based practice.
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n nRush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
nPosition Occupational Therapist PD
nLocation US:IL:Chicago
nReq ID 29260
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
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