Geriatric Occupational Therapist: Patient-Centered Rehab

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Roselle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care to maximize functional outcomes for our geriatric residents.

You will educate patients and families, document progress, and supervise OT Assistants while ensuring HIPAA compliance and teamwork with all disciplines. Weekday and weekend shifts are available.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Valid professional license/registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Well-versed in documentation writing.
• Conduct evaluations, progress notes, re-certification, and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate exceptional patient service and clinical excellence.
• Punctual and professional with scheduled hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and determine their medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehab potential.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Set realistic, achievable goals; document and record patient status; educate patients and families in therapy methods.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide comprehensive care.
• Report on time and maintain professionalism at all times.

Skills

OT License

OT Degree

Supervise OTAs

Geriatric care experience

Documentation writing

Assessment & evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient service

Punctual & professional

HIPAA compliance

Education

OT Degree or equivalent

Licensed/Registered OT

Job description

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care to maximize functional outcomes for our geriatric residents.

You will educate patients and families, document progress, and supervise OT Assistants while ensuring HIPAA compliance and teamwork with all disciplines. Weekday and weekend shifts are available.