Geriatric Occupational Therapist – Rehab Leader

Apploi; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in a long-term care setting. The role involves assessing referred patients, developing and guiding rehabilitation, and collaborating with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

The OT will establish treatment plans, set realistic goals, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on therapy approaches. Weekdays and weekends shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a valid OT license and registration in state of practice.
• Experience supervising occupational therapy assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and charting skills.
• Ability to conduct evaluations and progress notes.
• Collaborates with multiple disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services and contribute direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Set realistic, achievable goals and document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Coordinate with physicians and other disciplines to optimize care.
• Oversee and supervise OT aides.
• Ensure timely completion of evaluations, progress notes, re-certifications, and discharge documents.
• Maintain confidentiality, HIPAA, and residents' rights.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care

Professionalism

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Apploi is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in a long-term care setting. The role involves assessing referred patients, developing and guiding rehabilitation, and collaborating with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

The OT will establish treatment plans, set realistic goals, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on therapy approaches. Weekdays and weekends shifts are required.