Occupational Therapist, IP/OP Rehab, Per Diem, Day

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision discount

Group Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefit Plans

Paid Holidays/ PTO

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a day shift at The Valley Hospital-Paramus. You will evaluate and treat patients across ages with disabilities, injuries and diseases, using functional activities, activities of daily living (ADLs) and work simulation to restore function.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, NBCOT certification, NJ state licensure, and current BLS.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required and current.
• NJ licensure required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage time and priorities in a changing patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients across diverse age groups with disabilities, injuries, and diseases.
• Utilize ADLs, work simulation, and cognitive training as part of therapy.
• Apply functional activities, exercises, and modalities to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

NBCOT Certified

NJ Licensure

BLS Certification

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

To evaluate and treat patients in a variety of age groups with physical disabilities, injuries, and diseases utilizing techniques which incorporate functional activities, exercise, physical modalities, splinting, perceptual and cognitive training, and activities of daily living and work simulation.

EDUCATION:

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

EXPERIENCE:

No previous experience required.

Standard Per Diem Rate: $63.00

SPECIAL SKILLS:

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified and re-certified. NJ Licensure. Current BLS certification. Keyboard skills. Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details. Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job-related responsibilities. Ability to communicate and interact with the health-system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members. Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs.

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.