Full-Time OT Assistant for Geriatric Rehab (PRN)

Avalon Rehabilitation & Care Center; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Company Perks

Employee Recognition Program

Team Like Atmosphere

Job summary

Avalon Rehabilitation & Care Center in Wayne, NJ is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation services for residents.

The role requires a NJ licensed OTA; experience in long-term/geriatric care is preferred. You will perform assessments, develop and monitor treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with the care team to deliver patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NJ.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care to assess medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehabilitation potential.
• Establish and administer treatment plans with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for patients.
• Document and record patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families in appropriate therapy methods.
• Complete evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications and discharge documents.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Ensure confidentiality, HIPAA compliance and residents' rights.

Skills

Quick thinking

Organized

Reliable

Team player

Education

OTA program graduate

Job description

Avalon Rehabilitation & Care Center in Wayne, NJ is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation services for residents.

The role requires a NJ licensed OTA; experience in long-term/geriatric care is preferred. You will perform assessments, develop and monitor treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with the care team to deliver patient-centered care.