Occupational Therapist

BrightStar Care; Westfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay + direct deposit

Flexible schedule

Travel pay between cases

Job summary

BrightStar Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist (Part-Time, Per Diem) in Westfield, NJ, to provide essential therapy services to patients at home. The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, allowing therapists to set their visit times while ensuring high-quality care.

This position requires experience in occupational therapy, with a focus on enhancing clients' independence through personalized care. Compensation ranges from $70 to $85 per visit, and no minimum hours worked are required.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Licensed to practice as an occupational therapist in NJ.
• Two years of relevant experience in occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services per physician's orders.
• Report treatment responses to nursing director and physician.
• Coordinate care with other health care providers.

Skills

Occupational therapy principles

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Confidentiality (HIPAA)

Education

Graduated from an accredited occupational therapy program

CPR/BLS or ACLS Certification

Two years of experience as an occupational therapist

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Local Agency: BrightStar Care of Westfield Location: Westfield, NJ Position Type: Part Time - hourly Req ID: 2727518

Location: Union County, NJ | Flexible Scheduling

Exciting Opportunity!

Occupational Therapist (PT) – Per Diem | $70 - $85 per Visit

What We Offer:

• $70–$85 per visit
• Weekly pay + direct deposit
• Flexible schedule – you set your visits
• Travel pay between cases
• One‑on‑one patient care in the comfort of their homes
• Work with a Joint Commission accredited agency
• No minimum of hours worked required

What You’ll Do:

The Occupational Therapist will access functional demands against the performance availability of the client. They will identify and address deficits to improve the client's quality of life and rebuild or maintain the client's independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to client according to a physician's written orders.
• Report client's response to treatment or changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and physician.
• As appropriate, coordinate interventions with other health care providers.
• Instruct other personnel and/or family members and caregivers on the intervention goals.
• Participate in client case conferences.
• Assist in identifying client and family/caregiver needs for other services and report these needs to the Director of Nursing.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on identified and attained goals. A copy of these documents will be submitted to the DON at least weekly.
• Participate in discharge planning, as appropriate.
• Provide in‑service education for agency personnel, as needed.
• Assure compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Graduated from an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education or predecessor organizations.
• Successfully completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience required by the recognized educational institution where the applicant met the academic requirement of the educational program for occupational therapists that is accredited by ACOTE or predecessor organizations. Passed a National Occupational Therapy Examination (NPTE) and/or state examination required by the state.
• Passed a nationally recognized examination for occupational therapists.
• Licensed, certified, or registered to practice as an occupational therapist required by state law in which practice occurs (NJ).
• Compliant with continuing education, if required by state as a condition to maintain licensure, certification and/or registration.
• Abide by the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics (AOTA, 2005a).
• Current CPR/BLS or ACLS Certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association and/or affiliates.
• Two (2) years of appropriate experience as an occupational therapist.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, theory, methods and evidence based practice.
• Excellent customer service skills, and ability to deal tactfully with clients and staff.
• Treat clients, families, and staff with courtesy and respect.
• Adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality.
• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, lift, reach, twist, push and pull. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.