Occupational Therapist (OT) - Inpatient Rehab float
Company: Carle Health
Location: Champaign
Posted on: March 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats
patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in the delivery of
professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and
students. This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus and
relocation if moving 50 miles! Qualifications Education Level Field
of Study Bachelor's Degree Licensure/Certification Requirements
Licenses/Certifications Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) -
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
(IDFPR) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American
Heart Association (AHA) Attend and satisfactorily complete all
required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke
patients Responsibilities Essential Functions Demonstrates ability
to perform patient transfers with assistance as needed from bed,
chair and floor, if applicable. Is aware of and demonstrates safe
and appropriate body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury to
self, staff and patients. Designs an appropriate plan of care that
integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan. Adjusts
the care based on patient response and available evidence. Educates
patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care
providers using relevant and effective teaching methods. Evaluates
clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and
outcomes of care. Performs examination, selecting reliable and
valid examination methods relevant to the chief complaint, results
of screening, and history. Screens patients using procedures to
determine the effectiveness of and need fortherapy services, if
appropriate. Uses support personnel according to legal standards
and ethical guidelines. Monitors the care delivered by support
personnel and provides regular feedback. Documents evaluations and
plans of care according to department policy including goals,
modifications of treatment plans and patients' response to
treatments. If applicable, completes annual education as assigned
to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.
Department Specific Job Function Evaluates and implements
intervention plans utilizing activities that are functional in
nature and take into consideration the functional and emotional
needs of the patient/family. Modifies approach in response to
patient behavior and performance. Utilizes standardized outcomes
measures in a uniform manner to ensure functional performance is
accurately reflected. Completes documentation in accordance with
regulatory and organizational standards. Collaborates with patient,
family and significant others throughout the rehabilitation process
and provides education/family training as necessary. Provides
supervision to COTA and rehabilitation technicians in accordance
with regulatory agencies. Clearly communicates patient performance,
change in status, activity/transfer recommendations, and
recommendations for discharge disposition and equipment required
for the next level of care with the medical team. About Us Find it
here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for.
At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where
every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where
passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of
our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our
nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support
patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown
to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty
provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice
providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and
healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of
Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and
Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation
Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor
Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional
Health Center hold Magnet 74; designations, the nation’s highest
honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several
communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth
and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local
protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may
provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the
Department of Homeland Security with information from each new
employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more
information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for
this position is $34.66per hour - $59.62per hour. This represents a
good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of
posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a
candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but
not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications,
location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team
members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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