Geriatric Occupational Therapist - Rehab & Care Impact

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our growing rehabilitation team. The OT will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, set goals, and deliver direct care in a long-term care/geriatric setting.

You will document patient progress, educate patients and families, supervise OT Assistants, and collaborate with clinicians while adhering to confidentiality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited OT program or university.
• Must hold a valid state OT license and registration.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and capabilities.
• Develop and administer OT treatment plans with specific goals.
• Provide direct patient care and monitor progress.
• Document patient status, progress notes, and discharge planning; educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with the rehab team and ensure confidentiality and professional standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Documentation writing

Patient-centered care

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our growing rehabilitation team. The OT will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, set goals, and deliver direct care in a long-term care/geriatric setting.

You will document patient progress, educate patients and families, supervise OT Assistants, and collaborate with clinicians while adhering to confidentiality and regulatory standards.