Occupational Therapist

BAYADA Home Health Care; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 90,480 - 98,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care in Ocean County, NJ, is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time position in home health care. You will provide personalized therapy to clients in senior living communities, ensuring their independence and quality of life.

This role offers flexibility in scheduling, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and opportunities for career advancement. A commitment to helping others, strong clinical skills, and a current NJ OT license are essential.

Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recent experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Home health experience preferred, but not required.
• Comfortable using electronic medical records and technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions to maximize safety and independence.
• Collaborate with home health clinicians for seamless transitions of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current New Jersey Occupational Therapist (OT) license

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time Home Health

Ocean County, NJ | Senior Living Communities

Discover the flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful patient relationships that come with home health care.

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Ocean County team. In this full-time role, you'll provide one-on-one therapy services to adult and geriatric clients in senior living communities throughout Ocean County, helping them maintain independence, improve function, and thrive in the comfort of their own homes.

As part of our multidisciplinary care team, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying a flexible schedule, manageable territory, and the support of a nationally recognized leader in home health care.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Flexible scheduling and autonomy in your daily routine
• One-on-one patient care focused on meaningful outcomes
• Small geographic territory within Ocean County
• Collaborative, supportive interdisciplinary team
• Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
• Career growth, continuing education, and scholarship opportunities
• Weekly pay and comprehensive benefits package

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for clients in senior living communities and group home settings.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions to maximize safety, independence, and quality of life.
• Collaborate with home health clinicians to ensure seamless transitions of care and achieve client-centered goals.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and home safety recommendations.
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy treatments and complete timely documentation through our electronic medical record platform.
• Assess functional abilities related to activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, cognition, and environmental safety.
• Participate in discharge planning and ongoing care coordination to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Minimum of one year of recent experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Home health experience preferred, but not required
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while managing a flexible schedule
• Comfortable using electronic medical records and technology

Why BAYADA?

At BAYADA, our mission is simple: helping people have a safe home life with comfort, independence, and dignity. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to supporting your personal and professional growth.

Our team members enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Referral bonus programs
• Recognition and rewards for excellence
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career advancement pathways and specialized career tracks
• Clinical support from an experienced leadership team

Compensation

$58.00–$63.00 per point

Estimated annual earnings: $90,480–$98,280, based on productivity, qualifications, and experience.

Join BAYADA and make a meaningful difference every day while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's leading home health care providers.

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.