Therapist Occupational Therapist

Job Title

• Therapist - Occupational Therapist

Location

• Dixon, IL

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Days shifts, 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedic, neuro, and fall risk patients.
• Work across multiple care settings: inpatient, outpatient, and home health.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and document patient progress using Cerner Community Works and Kinnser EMR systems.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and utilize Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) when available.
• Cover at least two care areas such as inpatient and home care, outpatient and ortho, or lymphedema.
• Follow departmental policies including dress code and orientation procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license or confirmation of application in process.
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to produce a negative drug screen.
• Demonstrated diverse clinical background in occupational therapy.
• Experience with various patient diagnoses, including orthopedic, neuro, and fall risk cases.
• Familiarity with EMR systems: Cerner Community Works and Kinnser.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Pediatric experience is preferred but not required.
• Lymphedema certification or specialized upper extremity OT expertise considered a plus.
• Ability to work in inpatient, outpatient, and home care settings.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multi-setting environment with diverse patient populations.
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on professional growth and development.