Occupational Therapist, OT- Home Health

Job description

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 within the position’s 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.