Geriatric Occupational Therapist - Subacute Rehab

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

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients and design rehab plans. You will provide direct patient care, set goals, document progress, and educate patients and families on therapy approaches under physician direction.

The role requires licensure, graduation from an accredited OT program, and strong collaboration with the care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a valid OT license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs and establish treatment goals.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment programs.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and expectations.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Collaboration

Clinical excellence

Professionalism

Education

OT license & registration

Accredited OT program

Job description

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients and design rehab plans. You will provide direct patient care, set goals, document progress, and educate patients and families on therapy approaches under physician direction.

The role requires licensure, graduation from an accredited OT program, and strong collaboration with the care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.