Occupational Therapist Part Time

The Therapy Place NJ; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Princeton, New Jersey, is seeking an Occupational Therapist dedicated to compassionate patient care. In this role, you will meet diverse patients, evaluate their therapy needs, and develop personalized care plans. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and organizational skills and hold a state license for occupational therapy. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for training and advancement, ensuring a positive impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills are required.
• Good attention to detail is important.
• Ability to stay positive and compassionate over time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and discuss their health concerns and therapy needs.
• Conduct evaluations for each patient.
• Create a personalized therapy plan for each patient.
• Work with other members of the care team.
• Maintain records of patient therapy and progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

State license for occupational therapy

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary: We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs
• Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient
• Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals
• Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care
• Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients