Occupational Therapist

BAYADA Home Health Care; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 109,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Full-Time and Per Diem

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) with company match

One-on-one patient care

Education, training, scholarships

Career advancement pathways

Recognition programs

PPE and infection control protocols

Collaborative clinical team

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide one-on-one home health visits to adult and geriatric patients across Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, and Union Counties in New Jersey.

You will evaluate, treat, and educate patients in their homes, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote independence and safety with a flexible schedule and competitive per-visit compensation.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license in New Jersey.
• Minimum of one year of recent Occupational Therapy experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Home Health experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services to adults and geriatric patients in patients' homes.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations of functional abilities (ADLs, IADLs, mobility).
• Develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence and safety.
• Assess home environments and recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
• Implement interventions to improve function and quality of life.
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary care team to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and home safety.
• Reassess progress and modify plans as needed.
• Document accurately using an EMR system.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

**$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time OTs Only**

Full-Time or Per Diem | Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset & Union Counties, NJ

Help Patients Regain Independence, One Home Visit at a Time.

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide one-on-one home health visits to adult and geriatric patients throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, and Union Counties.

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping patients safely regain independence in the comfort of their own homes. You’ll collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary team while enjoying the flexibility, autonomy, and support that BAYADA is known for.

Why Join BAYADA?

At BAYADA, our mission is to help people live safely at home with comfort, independence, and dignity. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to providing the support and resources needed to help you thrive.

What We Offer

• Flexible Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities
• Competitive per-visit compensation
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Mileage reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• One-on-one patient care in the home
• Ongoing education, training, and scholarship opportunities
• Structured career advancement pathways
• Recognition programs and employee referral bonuses
• Comprehensive infection prevention protocols and PPE support
• Collaborative, supportive clinical team committed to your success

Responsibilities

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Provide occupational therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in their homes
• Complete comprehensive evaluations of patients' functional abilities, including:
• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)
• Strength, endurance, coordination, balance, and mobility
• Cognitive, psychological, sensory, and motor function
• Develop individualized treatment plans designed to maximize independence and safety
• Assess home environments and recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications
• Implement therapeutic interventions that improve function and quality of life
• Collaborate with nursing and the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapeutic techniques, home safety, and strategies to promote independence
• Reassess patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
• Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation using an EMR system

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the State of New Jersey
• Minimum of one year of recent Occupational Therapy experience
• Home Health experience preferred, but not required
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities
• Comfortable using electronic medical records (EMR)
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, and Union Counties

Additional Information

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation:

Full-Time

• $70.00–$75.00 per point ($109,200- $117,000 annual earning potential)

Per Diem

• $75.00–$80.00 per point

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time OTs Only

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.