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Healthpro Heritage
Paris, Illinois

Occupational Therapist (OTR)

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$50-$56/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 29m ago · Verified live

Job Description

HealthPro Heritage has a great PRN Occupational Therapist Opportunity in an Assisted Living Setting in Paris, IL!

Wage Range: $50–$56 per hour (based mainly on experience)

NEW PERK: We offer Illinois PT licensure reimbursement to support your professional growth and make onboarding even easier!

Join a small, personalized outpatient therapy program that delivers high-quality rehab services directly to residents in the comfort of their own apartments—making a meaningful impact where it matters most.

PRN Hours: Approximately 3–5 hours per week Flexible scheduling Supportive team environment Opportunity to build lasting patient relationships

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.

Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.

Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.

Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.

Qualifications

  • Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible

Skills: Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningClinical documentationPatient educationPatient-centered care

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 42 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 36% have no call, 71% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$110k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution22 jobs

10
<$115k
6
$115k-130k
1
$133k
5
$145k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks26 jobs · 24 employers

401k / retirement match
81%
CME allowance
58%
Sign-on bonus
15%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 4.8
Higher than about 5 in 10 of 8,995 Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

Living in Paris

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$130k
Median resident rent
$777/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Illinois PT licensure reimbursement
Flexible scheduling
Supportive team environment