Pays $38.5-$55.83/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$99k (30 jobs)
Oncology Occupational Therapist, Rehab Services, Casual M&F Days
About the Role
Casual occupational therapist for oncology rehab. Day shift, no nights. Chicago, IL.
Join Northwestern Memorial Healthcare as a Oncology Occupational Therapist – Casual Days in Chicago, Illinois.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $38.50 - $55.83/hour.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Lifecycle Benefits
Work Schedule
- Casual position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Chicago, Illinois.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist provides direct patient care, including evaluations, treatment planning, and discharge management within an oncology setting. They also participate in departmental committees, mentor clinical interns, and ensure accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid Illinois Occupational Therapist license. A BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Certifications
Key Skills
Oncology — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 28% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% 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 ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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