Geriatric Occupational Therapist - Rehab & Patient-Centered Care

Apploi; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in Livingston, NJ is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our growing rehab team. The OT will assess patients referred for rehabilitation, design treatment plans and deliver direct care under physician direction.

The role requires establishing realistic goals, documenting patient progress, educating patients and families, and supervising OT Assistants. Collaboration with all disciplines and HIPAA compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid OT license and state registration.
• Experience with long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping.
• Ability to complete evaluations and progress notes.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation.
• Provide direct patient care and set treatment goals.
• Develop and administer patient-specific rehab plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapy approaches.
• Oversight of Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidential records and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Clinical care

Documentation writing

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in Livingston, NJ is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our growing rehab team. The OT will assess patients referred for rehabilitation, design treatment plans and deliver direct care under physician direction.

The role requires establishing realistic goals, documenting patient progress, educating patients and families, and supervising OT Assistants. Collaboration with all disciplines and HIPAA compliance are essential.