Occupational Therapist In Paramus

Therapy Place PC; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their compassionate team. In this rewarding role, you will engage with patients from diverse backgrounds, assessing their therapy needs and crafting tailored treatment plans. You will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and follow-up. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and organizational skills, along with a positive attitude to inspire and support patients throughout their therapy journey. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and discuss their health concerns compassionately.
• Create personalized therapy plans to help patients meet mobility goals.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

State License for Occupational Therapy

Job description

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary
2. Flexible schedule
3. Opportunity for advancement
4. Paid time off
5. Training & development
6. Great Work Environment
7. Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities

1. Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs
2. Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient
3. Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals
4. Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care
5. Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress

Qualifications

1. Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
3. Excellent organizational skills
4. Good attention to detail
5. The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients