Occupational Therapist - Spinal Cord Innovation Center

The Occupational Therapist will select appropriate evaluation procedures and directs patient's participation in selected tasks to restore or maximize independence in daily living skills. Facilitates learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity. Participates in department's clinical education program.

Requirements

• Master's program in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university
• Current Illinois License to practice as an Occupational Therapist
• Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to develop professional skills by completing development plans, participating in continuing education and in-service offerings, using written resources to keep current with advancements
• Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients
• Ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met
• Analytical ability to gather and interpret data from patient's charts and to recommend solutions for treatment related problems
• Interpersonal skills are needed to communicate with other health care professionals and establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families
• Ability to transfer and position patients

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program