Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy, Per Diem, Day

01 The Valley Hospital; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

01 The Valley Hospital in Paramus is looking for an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across various age groups with physical disabilities and injuries. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and be NBCOT certified.

Responsibilities include using functional activities, exercise, and modalities in treatment. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school.
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified and re‑certified.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in a variety of age groups.
• Utilize techniques incorporating functional activities, exercise, and work simulation.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Effective critical thinking and analytical skills

Strong communication and interaction skills

Time management

Competence in a changing work environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

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
• Effective critical thinking and analytical skills
• Effective time management to set priorities and perform job‑related responsibilities
• Strong communication and interaction skills with the health‑system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members
• Competence 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 on Day Care 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.