Home Health Occupational Therapist
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
Days
Sign-On Bonus
$38-54/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- ShiftDays
- Facility Information1:2 Patient ratioFaith-Based Healthcare HospitalShort Term Acute CareTeaching Institution725 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
- SettingHome Health
Pay
- Sign-On bonus$2,500
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
Qualifications
- Other license in Illinois
- Minimum of 70%
- Eligible to work in US
Description
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - HOME HEALTH CASE MANAGER
LOCATION: CHICAGO WITH FOCUS ON 60653, 60615, 60637, 60649, 60621 COMMUNITIES
HOURS: DAYS PART TIME
This position is eligible for up to a $2500.00 sign on bonus! You must be employed in the exact position at time of payout. Internal team members are not eligible for this sign on bonus at this time.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assuring and Improving Quality of Care: Facilitates the patient and family's right to receive quality cost-effective care following Advocate's MVP of Stewardship.
- 1)Utilizes appropriate resources to respond to situations that have the potential to negatively impact outcomes.
- 2)Adapts practice to the latest standards according to evidence based literature. Utilizes appropriate tests and measures, and interventions to achieve outcomes.
- 3)Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives.
- 4)Promotes efforts to reduce risk and improve patient safety.
- 5)Consistently demonstrates the ability to thoroughly and decisively document to support reimbursement and regulatory requirements.
- Care and Service Coordination: Practices as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following Advocate's MVP of Partnership.
- 1)Consistently makes sound clinical decisions, demonstrating the ability to care for all patients, including those with complex problems.
- 2)Recognizes changes in clinical situations. Evaluates and implements changes to the plan of care.
- 3)Prioritizes and organizes patient care, ensures clear hand-off communication to achieve optimal health outcomes for patients, utilizing excellent communication techniques like SBAR and 5P's.
- 4)Initiates referrals and discharge planning for assigned patients and actively coordinates care utilizing the interdisciplinary approach. (As appropriate based on employment status).
- 5)Actively participates in interdisciplinary case conferences. (As appropriate based on employment status).
- Leadership/Collaboration/Professional Development: Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated approach to care following the Advocate MVP of Excellence.
- 1)Participates in staff meetings, agency inservices, and educational activities to enhance development and support organizational initiatives.
- 2)Utilizes available resources to maintain current knowledge base relevant to practice.
- 3)Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration among healthcare team members.
- 4)Seeks out opportunities to enhance knowledge, skill, and competency of self and other department members.
- Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a restorative relationship throughout the healthcare continuum, following Advocate's MVP of Compassion
- 5)Incorporates an individualized approach to the plan of care, which includes assessment of physical, psychosocial, comfort and wellness needs.
- 6)Incorporates AHHS Standards of Behavior into interactions with patients, other associates, and physicians.
- 1)Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on individual patient needs
- 2)Assesses patient and family readiness and involves them in goal settings, planning and implementation of care. Seeks consultation and outside referrals as needed.
- 3)Provides care that routinely exceeds patients and families expectations, as measured by survey instruments.
- 4)Promotes patient/family knowledge and confidence to safely manage self care, disease process, medications, procedures and infection control prevention.
- Business Development and Growth: Demonstrates behaviors that enhance productivity and an understanding of financial and economic conditions in the health care environment.
- 1)Demonstrates adherence to personnel and operational policies.
- 2)Collaborates and plans patient care with others in the organization to maximize efficiencies and conserve resources.
- 3)Monitors utilization of resources to achieve excellent health outcomes for patients.
- Patient Education: Demonstrates a commitment to meet the learning needs of patients and their families. Application of a systematic process involving optimal level of self care for patients and optimal quality of life for patient, family, and significant others following Advocate's MVP of Equality.
- 1)Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and modifies approach as necessary.
- 2)Provides and adapts appropriate resource material to achieve patient education outcomes, employing health literacy assessments and principles.
Licensure:
- Occupational Therapist
Education/Experience Required:
- Licensed in the State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure) Able to demonstrate compliance with state continuing education requirements. 1 year of clinical experience or demonstration of strong spectrum of clinical affiliation experience. Has graduated from an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Basic knowledge of computer use (i.e. Microsoft Word, email access and use) Ability to learn and use computer based scheduling and documentation system. Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and through written reports, with strong documentation skills. Good interpersonal skills. Good time management and self organization skills. Proficient use of all home based therapy equipment and assistive/adaptive devices (balls, bands, weights, dressing aids, etc)
- Licensed as Occupational Therapist in the State of Illinois
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Extensive travel within geographical boundaries in all extremes of weather and on all types of roads including expressways. Must be able to provide/arrange own transportation to and from patients homes and branch office. Requires adherence to scheduled days and hours of work based on commitment to patient/client and work load assigned. Work environment includes patient or family homes, or assisted living facilities. Requires full range of body motion including: a. Bending, sitting and standing b. Climbing stairs while carrying objects c. Pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying and lifting; (must be able to lift/carry at minimum 25 pounds) d. Assisting and maintaining patient safety with all ADL activities, and transferring patients using standard pivot transfers or with use of transfer board or Hoyer lift e. Providing treatment on standard beds in the home environment
- This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
COMPENSATION: $35.90-$53.90 hourly based salary
We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including
- Sign on Bonus eligible (external candidates)
- Competitive Pay
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Tuition Assistance
- Mileage reimbursement
This position is also incentive pay eligible.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Facility
Advocate Christ Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Advocate Christ Medical Center
- 1:2 Patient ratioVerified by 117 Vivian users
- Faith-Based Healthcare Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- Teaching Institution
- 725 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Employer
Advocate Aurora Health
I had a chance to work advocate Aurora hospital as a travel nurse for 3 month, I had a very good experience there, well atmosphere to work, leader are really supportive, and staffing was really good too
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About Oak Lawn, IL
- The cost of living in Oak Lawn, IL is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages typically match up with the higher cost of living.
- In summer, the average high is around 84°F and the average low is around 64°F.
- In winter, the average high is around 32°F and the average low is around 17°F.
- There are options for short term rentals in Oak Lawn, IL, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Oak Lawn is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options include bus services provided by PACE.
- Oak Lawn has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- There are various restaurants offering diverse cuisines, art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks and recreational areas for hiking and biking.
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