Geriatric Occupational Therapist — Rehab Lead

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The clinician will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and deliver direct care to improve functional outcomes for residents in a subacute setting.

The role involves supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and documenting patient progress while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold valid state license and registration.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Familiar with evaluations, progress notes, re-certification, discharge documents.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrates exceptional patient service and clinical excellence.
• Punctuality and professional conduct.
• Performs duties as assigned by Director of Rehabilitation; confidentiality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care to assess medical condition and functional capabilities.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals.
• Document patient condition and educate patients and families.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Team collaboration

Documentation writing

Clinical excellence

Patient service

Discharge documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

OT supervision

Education

OT degree

State licensure

Job description

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The clinician will assess referred patients, develop treatment plans, and deliver direct care to improve functional outcomes for residents in a subacute setting.

The role involves supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and documenting patient progress while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.