Department:

39123 Central Metro D - Home Care Occupational Therapy

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

8-5 M-F no weekend or holidays

zip codes covered are for 60608, 09, 15, 16, 23, 53

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30

Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
No weekends or holidays
Coverage Area: Chicago ZIP codes 60608, 60609, 60615, 60616, 60623, 60653

💰 Sign-On Bonus Available – Up to $5,000!

This position is eligible for up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus. You must be actively working in this same position at the time of payout. Current internal team members are not eligible at this time.

Why Join Us

Consistent weekday schedule — no weekends or holidays
Manageable territory focused within designated Chicago zip codes
Opportunity to provide meaningful, one-on-one patient care in the home
Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
$5,000 sign-on bonus

Major Responsibilities

Quality of Care

Deliver high-quality, cost-effective care aligned with evidence-based practice
Utilize appropriate assessments, interventions, and outcome measures
Identify and address risks to patient safety and outcomes
Maintain thorough, accurate documentation to support regulatory and reimbursement requirements
Participate in quality and process improvement initiatives

Care Coordination

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and adjust care plans
Recognize changes in patient condition and modify treatment accordingly
Coordinate referrals, discharge planning, and ongoing care needs
Participate in case conferences and ensure effective communication using SBAR and other tools

Patient-Centered Care

Develop individualized care plans addressing physical, psychosocial, and functional needs
Educate patients and families to promote independence and self-management
Adapt communication style to meet patient needs and promote engagement
Deliver compassionate care that exceeds patient and family expectations

Leadership & Collaboration

Work effectively with team members across disciplines
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development
Support a collaborative, respectful team environment

Operational Excellence

Manage time and resources effectively across a home-based caseload
Adhere to organizational policies and productivity expectations
Support efficient care delivery and optimal patient outcomes

Education & Experience

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Graduate of an AOTA-accredited program
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience (or strong clinical internship background)
Current Illinois OT license (or eligibility)

Licensure & Certifications

Licensed Occupational Therapist – State of Illinois
BLS certification (or obtained within 6 months)
Valid driver’s license

Skills & Qualifications

Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Strong time management and organizational skills
Comfortable using EMR/documentation systems
Proficiency with home health therapy equipment and adaptive devices

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Travel within assigned geographic territory in varying conditions
Work in patient homes and assisted living environments
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs (with assistance/devices as needed)
Physical activity including bending, lifting, transferring patients, and stair navigation

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Occupational Therapist, OT- Home Health

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