Occupational Therapist

BAYADA Home Health Care; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 93,600 - 109,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay and direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Scholarship and continuing education opportunities

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is looking for a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) for full-time work in Ocean County, NJ. In this role, you'll provide personalized, one-on-one care to clients, helping them maintain independence at home.

You will be responsible for conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. You'll enjoy a flexible schedule and competitive benefits, including medical insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recent OT experience.
• Prior home health experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with EMR documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled home visits within designated territories.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations of functional abilities including ADLs and IADLs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve functional outcomes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Current New Jersey Occupational Therapist (OT) license

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

Ocean County, NJ | Full-Time

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.

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

What You'll Do

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll play an integral role in helping clients maximize independence and improve their quality of life by:

• 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.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Minimum of one year of recent OT experience.
• 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

$60.00-$70.00 per point ($93,600-$109,200 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

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.