Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in North Bergen, NJ seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient and acute care teams. You will deliver patient-centered OT services, collaborate with multidisciplinary staff, and contribute to program development and care planning.

The ideal candidate holds NJ licensure, OT certification, BLS, and 3+ years of pediatric and adult experience, with leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Current NJ State licensure and OT certification.
• Certified and registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises subordinate staff members.
• Identifies needs in program planning and facilitates program development.
• Provides occupational therapy services.

Skills

Team leadership

Clinical OT

BLS certified

Pediatric care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

MS in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Supervises subordinate staff members. Identifies needs in program planning and facilitates program development. Provides occupational therapy services.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, M.S in Occupational Therapy

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Outpatient and acute care experience.
• Pediatric experience.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Current NJ State licensure; certification in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Must be certified and registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.