Home Care Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

U.S. Physical Therapy

Cliffside Park (NJ)

On-site

USD 77,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

1099 and W-2 options to fit your work
Competitive salary
Longstanding success
Opportunities for professional growth
Supportive and fun work environment
EMR efficiency (no Oasis)
Great work-life balance
Flexibility - see patients 7 days a周
Geographic area focus

Job summary

Ignite Rehab (DBA Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy) is seeking a motivated in-home Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. This per diem role serves Cliffside Park, NJ and surrounding towns, offering flexible scheduling and a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

The ideal candidate is a licensed OT in New Jersey with strong communication skills and the ability to travel to patient homes.

Qualifications

  • OT program graduate and NJ license or eligibility.
  • Home health experience preferred; mentor provided for documentation and compliance.
  • Ability to travel to patients' homes within the territory.
  • Strong communication with patients, staff and management.

Responsibilities

  • Accept and treat patients within your designated geographic area.
  • Provide 1:1 treatment.
  • Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Deliver care aligned with standards, policies, and plan of care.
  • Educate family and other caregivers on therapy techniques.
  • Plan and carry out OT programs to maintain or restore function.
  • Perform and document an initial exam and determine diagnosis prior to intervention.
  • Provide timely documentation for each visit.
  • Evaluate effects of treatment and adjust accordingly.
  • Willingness to treat geriatric patients.

Skills

Communication skills
Travel to patients' homes
Home health experience

Education

Occupational Therapist Program Graduate
Licensed Occupational Therapist in NJ

Tools

EMR

Job description

Company Description

Ignite Rehab, operating as part of Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy, is a multidisciplinary therapy provider offering Physical and Occupational Therapy services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated and passionate PER DIEM Occupational Therapist to provide in-home care. If you are an Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step forward in your career, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

All levels of experience are encouraged to apply and will train the right new graduate.

  • Job Type: Per Diem

  • Pay: $74-$93.75 per visit

  • Location: Cliffside park, NJ & surrounding towns

  • Schedule: Flexible!

What We Offer!
  • 1099 and W-2 options to fit your preferred work style

  • Competitive salary

  • Longstanding Success

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

  • A professional, supportive and fun work environment fostered by a team of well-respected clinicians who take pride in the challenges of meaningful work

  • Focus on Patient Care - Quick EMR (No Oasis required)

  • Great work/life balance

  • Flexibility and Autonomy - see patients any 7 days of the week

  • Preference given to see patients in your primary geographic area

Responsibilities
  • Accept and treat patients within your designated geographic area

  • Provide 1:1 treatment

  • Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs

  • Deliver care that aligns with professional standards, agency policies, and the prescribed plan of care

  • Educate family members, home health aides, and other caregivers on proper therapy techniques

  • Plan, and carry out occupational therapy programs to maintain, improve or restore physical function, relieve pain, and prevent occupational dysfunction in patients.

  • Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating the data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.

  • Provide timely and accurate documentation for each visit

  • Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit

  • Must be willing to treat geriatric patients.

Ignite Rehab (DBA Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy) offers offers a diverse and creative place to grow, learn, and contribute. If you are interested in joining a passionate and dedicated professional community, let’s talk!

Qualifications
  • Occupational Therapist Program Graduate

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of New Jersey or eligible.

  • Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance.

  • Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory

  • Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.

Additional Information

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement and/or if you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@icims.com

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