Certified Hand Occupational Therapist

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Description:

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.

If you are interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!

What You'll Do

This position functions as a mid-level provider, supporting a team of Orthopedic Hand surgeons. This position expands upon traditional patient assessment and treatment by providing pre-surgical education, assessment and consultation in addition to post-surgical assessment and discharge planning.

Contributes to the growth of Hand Therapy Services by assisting with the development of new programs and outcomes/research activities; acts as an operational and clinical resource for staff in areas of expertise.

Patient Assessment and Treatment: Patient Assessment and Treatment: Performs patient evaluations and treatments in alignment with the Occupational Therapy Practice Act and departmental policies and procedures to assess patient's functional deficits and identify recommendations for intervention utilizing advanced skills with minimal supervision throughout the entire span of life. Obtain and review medical, psychosocial, vocational and avocational history.

Interviews patients and/or caregiver. Identify factors that may affect rehab potential (e. g. comorbidities). Plan for and select assessment tools. Assess and document skeletal, muscular, nervous, vascular, lymphatic, skin and connective tissue status.

Assess and document psychosocial, functional and ergonomic factors and status. Identify impairments, functional limitations and disabilities based on the results of assessment. Reassess and document patient status at appropriate intervals.

Identify factors that could affect at-risk populations (e. g. industrial, athletes, and performing artists. Integrate basic science and fundamental knowledge with results from evaluation and patient goals an individualized plan of care.

Determine rehab potential and expected outcomes. Determine needs of an at-risk population (e. g. industrial, athletic, and performing artistic groups, etc.) and develop wellness and prevention programs. Establish functional and measurable goals of intervention with and anticipated time frame for attainment.

Establish frequency and duration of intervention in collaboration with patient and referring physicians within intervention in collaboration with patient and referring physicians within the guidelines of third party payers. Select appropriate interventions and treatment techniques.

Position supports MD Hand Clinic for splinting and Outpatient Rehab at Maywood on Roosevelt Road - CHT OT Hours: 7 am - 7 pm Monday through Thursday; 7 - 5 Friday Required to work at least 2 evenings until 7 pm

What You’ll Need for This Job

• Master's Degree; Occupational Therapy
• 3-5 years of job-related experience preferred
• Basic Life Support (CPR)
• IL licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• HTCC Certification

Compensation

Pay Range: $34.48-$59.92 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.