Geriatric Rehab Occupational Therapist

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Winfield (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team. You will assess referred patients, determine rehabilitation potential, and develop treatment plans to improve function and independence.

You will supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to deliver patient-centered care in a long-term/geriatric setting. The role also requires strong communication and dedication to quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist program and hold current state license.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with Residents' Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehabilitation potential.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress with weekly notes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy approaches.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to provide care.

Skills

Licensed OT

Documentation

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Supervisory skills

Geriatric care

HIPAA familiarity

Education

OT degree

Job description

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team. You will assess referred patients, determine rehabilitation potential, and develop treatment plans to improve function and independence.

You will supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to deliver patient-centered care in a long-term/geriatric setting. The role also requires strong communication and dedication to quality care.