Job Description

Occupational Therapist Needed in Illinois! Seeking experienced school-based Occupational Therapists interested in working with Early Childhood students. At AB Staffing, we specialize in placing educators, psychologists, school nurses, and more in districts throughout the United States. One of our dedicated and experienced staffing specialists is ready to match your educational expertise and goals with exciting and rewarding opportunities.

Job Description:

Location : Highland Park, IL

Contract through the 25/26 school year – 35 to 40 hours per week

Contract follows the academic district calendar

Salary: Starting at $58/hr. DOE

Occupational Therapist (OT) Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess or be eligible for an Occupational Therapist License in the State of Illinois.
• 1+ years of relevant experience; experience in a school and/or pediatric setting(s) preferred.
• BLS/CPR Cert.

Occupational Therapist (OT) Duties:

• Evaluate patients by observing their movements, performing standardized tests, and listening to their concerns to establish an individualized plan of care.
• Competent care rendered to patients. Use exercises, stretching, equipment, modalities, and hands-on therapy to manage patients' pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain and injury.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with patients and motivate them to reach their goals.
• Provide continuity of care by communicating pertinent patient information with the rehab team, physicians, and other disciplines as needed.
• Document all patient care in accordance with department policies.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.

Why choose AB Staffing? Since 2002, AB Staffing has placed contract employees in positions all across the country. We work directly with school districts nationwide to support their staffing needs in various educational disciplines.

When you work with AB Staffing, you enjoy a top pay rate as well as the following perks:

• Dedicated and experienced staffing specialists are here to serve you.
• Professional housing assistance to simplify your journey.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans are available.
• 401(k) and Flex Spending available.
• Paid vacation time upon eligibility.
• Credentialing assistance before, during, and after you work with us.
• Untaxed per diems and travel stipend for our providers on the road.
• Referral bonuses.
• Direct Deposit paid weekly.

AB Staffing Solutions LLC is a nationwide leader in travel nurse and Healthcare Staffing. ABSS is accredited and certified by The Joint Commission and has been providing strategic healthcare solutions since 2002. We have earned the place as a travel nurse jobs industry leader placing all Healthcare specialties across the nation and have been recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies year over year. AB Staffing has been ranked as the Top Healthcare Staffing Company on the Forbes list of America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms.

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