Occupational Therapist

BAYADA Home Health Care; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Scholarship and continuing education

Clinical career paths and advancement

One-on-one training and ongoing支持

Employee referral bonuses

Recognition programs

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide skilled home visits across Ocean County, NJ. New graduates are encouraged to apply as part of BAYADA's supportive onboarding.

The OT will assess functional abilities, create individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help adults remain independent at home. Competitive pay with mileage reimbursement is offered.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey OT license or license-eligible.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.
• Home health experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
• Experience with EMR documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing skilled home visits within designated territories.
• Performing comprehensive evaluations of functional abilities (ADLs, IADLs, mobility, cognition, communication, home safety).
• Developing individualized treatment plans to improve outcomes and independence.
• Assessing home environments and recommending adaptive equipment/modifications.
• Collaborating with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centered care.
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic interventions and safety strategies.
• Documenting assessments, treatments, and patient progress using electronic medical records.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning to achieve optimal outcomes.

Skills

OT license

Time management

Communication

Independence

Education

Accredited OT program

New Jersey OT license or license-eligible

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

New Graduates Welcome to Apply!

Be the Occupational Therapist you always wanted to be—at BAYADA Home Health Care.

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Ocean County Visits team. You'll have the opportunity to provide meaningful, one-on-one care that helps adult and geriatric clients remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes throughout Ocean County, NJ.

At BAYADA, we believe our clients deserve the highest quality care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability—and our clinicians deserve the support and flexibility to thrive.

Why You'll Love Home Health with BAYADA

• Flexible schedules
• One-on-one patient care with meaningful relationships
• Greater autonomy and independence in your practice
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary care team
• Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
• Strong clinical support and opportunities for professional growth
• New Graduate OT Program! - Our structured orientation, dedicated clinical support, and experienced OT mentors will help you successfully transition from the classroom to independent practice

What You'll Do

• Providing skilled home visits within designated territories.
• Performing comprehensive evaluations of functional abilities, including ADLs, IADLs, mobility, cognition, communication, and home safety.
• Developing individualized treatment plans to improve functional outcomes and independence.
• Assessing home environments and recommending adaptive equipment and modifications.
• Collaborating with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centered care.
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic interventions and safety strategies.
• Accurately documenting assessments, treatments, and patient progress using electronic medical records.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Occupational Therapist (OT) license or license-eligible.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• New graduates strong encouraged to apply!
• Prior home health experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
• Experience with EMR documentation preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation: $63.00-$68.00 per point ($93,600-$106,080 annual earning potential)

At BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We proudly offer:

• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Scholarship and continuing education opportunities
• Clinical career paths and advancement opportunities
• One-on-one training and ongoing support
• Employee referral bonuses
• Recognition programs that celebrate excellence, compassion, and reliability

Additional Information

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation: $63.00-$68.00 per point ($93,600-$106,080 annual earning potential)

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.