REHABILITATION INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO DBA SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITYLAB
Occupational Therapist- Inpatient Float
Chicago, IL
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$5,517 more — $88,317 — moves this role to Level II and 2 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $88,317 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Occupational Therapists" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Occupational Therapists (29-1122) · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- The Occupational Therapist will select appropriate evaluation procedures and directs patient's participation in selected tasks to restore or maximize independence in daily living skills.
- Facilitates learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity.
- Participates in department's clinical education program.
Requirements
- They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Skills
- Current Illinois License to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
- Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
- Understanding of the growth and development of infant, child, adolescent and geriatric patients.
- Ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met.
- Analytical ability to gather and interpret data from patient's charts and to recommend solutions for treatment related problems.
- Ability to transfer and position patients.
- Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
- Some exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
- May include exposure to community, home, work, school and off-site clinic settings.
- Includes Saturday and Sunday rotation work.
Compensation
- $82,800.00 - $120,000.00
- Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.
Benefits
- Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position.
- Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.
- Interpersonal skills are needed to communicate with other health care professionals and establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
- Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
Company info
- By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing mission and vision.
Equal opportunity
- Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
- All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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- Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.
Visa & Work Authorization
- opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, milita
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