The Therapy Tree is excited to announce that we are looking to expand our OT department. We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated pediatric therapist to join our multidisciplinary team.
The Therapy Tree is dedicated to the health and well-being of the whole family and offers a wide variety of services with a truly holistic approach, including Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Art Therapy, Counseling and Social Work, and Occupational Therapy. Our philosophy and approach to family care is unique and comprehensive. In addition to traditional therapy methods and modalities, our therapists are encouraged to think outside of the box and explore complementary practices such as advanced body work, the use of essential oils and aromatherapy, yoga, meditation/mindfulness training, and energy healing. Our staff enjoys daily opportunities for personal and professional growth and greatly values the knowledge and mentoring opportunities available at TTT. We foster a playful, positive, nurturing approach to treating children and their families.
If you are ready to:
- Join a growing family of dedicated professionals
- Work in a truly multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment
- Grow your skills as a therapist with incredible mentoring and learning opportunities
- Work in an environment that supports your growth both as a person and a professional
- Bring your ideas and creativity to help develop new programming and services
- Be challenged to expand your skills beyond the traditional
- Be valued as an integral member of a great team
- Prioritize the whole family of every child that we have the pleasure of treating, to ensure that every child reaches their maximum potential
- Emphasize home programming as your most essential tool to reaching treatment goals, and value your relationship with parents and caregivers as integral members of the therapy team
- Provide comprehensive evaluations and treatment planning in collaboration with each child’s extended team of caregivers, school staff, and medical professionals
Then send us your resume today!
Duties:
- Assess patients' physical and cognitive abilities, as well as their environment and daily activities, to identify areas of improvement.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and goals.
- Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques to address patients' limitations and promote habilitation/rehabilitation.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and develop strategies for improving patient outcomes.
- Provide patient education on proper body mechanics, injury prevention, and disease management.
- Monitor patient progress and make adjustments to treatment plans as necessary.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of our services and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Skills:
- Familiarity with medical terminology and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to provide patient care and support, with a focus on occupational health and patient service.
- Understanding of the principles of occupational therapy and the ability to apply these principles in a variety of settings.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Job opportunities include full-time, part-time, and per diem employment. Applicants need to be available after-school and some early evening hours; availability on Saturdays is a plus. Inquire about our generous continuing education benefits, health insurance, flex-scheduling, PTO, and competitive wages.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Expected hours: 5 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Pediatrics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lake Villa, IL 60046 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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