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Occupational Therapist

Endeavor Health · Elmhurst, IL · $39.44–$61.13 an hour · Part time

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked with nurses or case managers to plan a discharge.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate across the interdisciplinary team as the posting describes.

Tell me about a time you grew your skills to an advanced level in a specific area.

What they are checking: Whether they have the advanced competency expected of an OT II.

What would you do

A patient refuses therapy because they're tired and in pain. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can motivate patients while respecting their limits and documenting it.

How do you prioritize your caseload when you have more patients than time?

What they are checking: Whether they triage by discharge needs and medical status in a busy hospital.

During a session, a patient's oxygen level drops and they look pale. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop, monitor and get the nurse, putting medical safety first.

This part-time role uses either two 10-hour days or 8-hour days with alternating Saturdays. Which works for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to one of the schedule options the department needs.

About the work

Walk me through an initial OT evaluation for an acute care patient after a hip fracture.

What they are checking: Whether they can assess function, safety and discharge needs quickly in acute care.

How do you decide what equipment or support a patient needs to go home safely?

What they are checking: Whether they give useful discharge recommendations that the care team relies on.

What evidence-based treatments do you use to improve independence in daily activities?

What they are checking: Whether they base their interventions on evidence, which the posting expects.

How do you adjust your approach for patients with cognitive problems?

What they are checking: Whether they can assess and treat patients with confusion or memory loss safely.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $39.44 - $61.13 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: • Position: Occupational Therapist II • Location: Elmhurst Hospital • Part Time: 20 hours weekly • Hours: Flexible to work either 2 10-hour days on Thursday and Friday or can work 8 hours days with alternating Saturday's • Weekends: If working Thursday and Friday 10 hours shifts, will need to work 2 weekend days every 12 weeks. If working 8 hour days, will need to work alternating Saturday's • Holidays: will work one winter and one summer holiday What you will do: The Occupational Therapist II is responsible for evaluating patients, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions that promote independence in daily living and functional activities with advanced level competency. This role collaborates closely with interdisciplinary team members to deliver high quality, patient-centered care across a diverse patient population under the supervision and guidance of rehab services leadership. What you will need: • 2 years' experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute-care setting, preferred • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA accredited school, or the equivalent. • Current State of Illinois Occupational Therapist Licensure • A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested. • Specialty Clinical Certification, optional • Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association BLS for healthcare provider or American Red Cross CPR/AED for the professional rescuer certification Benefits (For full time or part time positions): • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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