Therapist Occupational Therapist

Job Title

• Therapist - Occupational Therapist

Location

• Decatur, IL

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, 8-hour days (0800-1630), Days shift, open to 4x10s

Key Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient occupational therapy services for pediatric patients, including assessment, treatment planning, and therapy execution.
• Utilize modalities such as electrical stimulation and ultrasound to support patient recovery.
• Manage orthopedic cases including hip fractures, total hip replacements, knee injuries, and total knee replacements.
• Conduct evaluations using tools like Cognitive Assessment, Functional Capacity Evaluation, FIM, and other perceptual assessments.
• Document assessments, plans of care, discharge summaries, and re-evaluations accurately within charting systems.
• May float within scope and facility to meet patient and operational needs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of outpatient pediatric or adult therapy experience.
• Valid Illinois state license in good standing prior to start.
• BLS certification required.
• NICOT certification required.
• Experience with adult outpatient, adult rehabilitation, or similar settings.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with neurological disorders such as CVA rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury, and progressive neurological disorders.
• Skilled in orthopedic care including hip and knee procedures.
• Proficient in electrical stimulation and ultrasound therapies.
• Familiarity with Cerner charting system.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced Level II Trauma hospital environment.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a Level II Trauma Center with a dedicated and diverse team.
• Engage in meaningful patient care while advancing your clinical skills in a supportive environment.