Occupational Therapist - Functional Rehab: Growth & Mentorship

SportsMed Physical Therapy; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) with Match

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Rain Program for Paycheck Advances

Job summary

SportsMed Physical Therapy in New Jersey seeks an Occupational Therapist focused on functional rehabilitation to join our multidisciplinary team. You will evaluate and treat patients to improve daily living activities and independence, developing individualized plans based on goals and lifestyle.

You will collaborate with physical therapists, chiropractors, and other specialists, educate patients and caregivers, and monitor progress to adjust treatment.

Qualifications

• New Jersey Occupational Therapy License is required.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Computer literacy and ability to complete electronic documentation.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with physical, functional, and orthopedic limitations.
• Help patients improve daily living activities and independence.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and lifestyle.
• Address strength, mobility, coordination, balance, endurance, and functional movement.
• Incorporate therapeutic activities to improve daily task performance.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans and home programs.
• Monitor progress and modify plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and progress accurately.
• Communicate with patients, providers, and the SportsMed team.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to support rehabilitation goals.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

New Jersey OT License

Job description

SportsMed Physical Therapy in New Jersey seeks an Occupational Therapist focused on functional rehabilitation to join our multidisciplinary team. You will evaluate and treat patients to improve daily living activities and independence, developing individualized plans based on goals and lifestyle.

You will collaborate with physical therapists, chiropractors, and other specialists, educate patients and caregivers, and monitor progress to adjust treatment.