Full time
Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.
If you are interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!
This position functions as a mid-level provider, supporting a team of Orthopedic Hand surgeons. This position expands upon traditional patient assessment and treatment by providing pre-surgical
education, assessment and consultation in addition to post-surgical assessment and discharge planning. Contributes to the growth of Hand Therapy Services by assisting with the development of new
programs and outcomes/research activities; acts as an operational and clinical resource for staff in areas of expertise.
Patient Assessment and Treatment: Patient Assessment and Treatment: Performs patient evaluations and treatments in alignment with the Occupational Therapy Practice Act and
departmental policies and procedures to assess patient's functional
deficits and identify recommendations for intervention utilizing advanced
skills with minimal supervision throughout the entire span of life. Obtain
and review medical, psychosocial, vocational and avocational history.
Interviews patients and/or caregiver. Identify factors that may affect rehab
potential (e.g. comorbidities). Plan for and select assessment tools. Assess
and document skeletal, muscular, nervous, vascular, lymphatic, skin and
connective tissue status. Assess and document psychosocial, functional
and ergonomic factors and status. Identify impairments, functional
limitations and disabilities based on the results of assessment. Reassess
and document patient status at appropriate intervals. Identify factors that
could affect at-risk populations (e.g. industrial, athletes, and performing
artists. Integrate basic science and fundamental knowledge with results
from evaluation and patient goals an individualized plan of care.
Determine rehab potential and expected outcomes. Determine needs of
an at-risk population (e.g. industrial, athletic, and performing artistic
groups, etc.) and develop wellness and prevention programs. Establish
functional and measurable goals of intervention with and anticipated
time frame for attainment. Establish frequency and duration of
intervention in collaboration with patient and referring physicians within
intervention in collaboration with patient and referring physicians within
the guidelines of third party payers. Select appropriate interventions and
treatment techniques.
Position supports MD Hand Clinic for splinting and Outpatient Rehab at Maywood on Roosevelt Road - CHT OT Hours: 7 am - 7 pm Monday through Thursday; 7 - 5 Friday Required to work at least 2 evenings until 7 pm
Pay Range: $34.48-$59.92 per hour
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 123,000 colleagues and nearly 27,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 26 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 135 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $21.5 billion with $1.4 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
