Occupational Therapist

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent rehabilitation facility in New Jersey is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join their outpatient team. The role focuses on clinical care management for upper extremity and hand therapy. Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and valid NJ licensure. The ideal candidate will contribute to patient treatment and staff development, while also promoting community engagement. Competitive salary ranging from $83,000 to $105,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Current and valid NJ state licensure or pending state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Prior neuro, cognitive rehab and vision experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical care management in upper extremity and hand.
• Possesses specialized knowledge base for patient treatment.
• Assists with staff education through mentorship programs.

Skills

Clinical care management in upper extremity and hand

Effective communication skills

Community involvement

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

AHA CPR/AED Certification

Job description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation

Position: Occupational Therapist – Outpatient

Facility Type: Hospital-based outpatient

Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ

Salary Range: $83,000–$105,000 annually

Status: Full‑time, 37.5 hours weekly

Schedule: Two days 10 am–6 pm; Three days 9 am–5 pm

Join New Jersey’s premier provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy with more than 100+ facilities statewide.

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation hospitals. Founded in 1948, Kessler has continued to expand its programs and services to meet the growing demand for quality outpatient physical and occupational therapies. By carefully integrating clinical expertise, experience and leading-edge technologies, Kessler helps to optimize the recovery of individuals with orthopedic, sports and work-related injuries, musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions and other physical rehabilitation needs.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical care management in the specialty area of upper extremity and hand to promote growth of program services with interest in hand therapy, neuro, lymphedema and cancer rehabilitation.
• Possesses a highly specialized knowledge base and skills to facilitate patient treatment and staff development.
• Effectively communicates on multiple levels.
• Demonstrates active involvement in the community via education and marketing.
• Promotes and develops services within the organization.
• Assists with staff education through internal and external in‑service education and mentorship programs.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current and valid NJ state licensure or pending state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Prior neuro, cognitive rehab and vision experience preferred.
• AHA CPR/AED Certified.