Occupational Therapist (OT)

Stern Therapy Consultants; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holiday pay

Continuing education support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Autumn Lake at Scotch Plains in Scotch Plains, NJ is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join its rehabilitation team. This full-time opportunity focuses on helping residents improve daily function, safety, and independence through individualized therapy.

Required: active New Jersey OT license and graduation from an accredited OT program; new graduates are welcome. Compensation ranges from $42–$47 per hour with full-time benefits including health coverage and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapist license required.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy plans of care.
• Provide skilled treatment focusing on activities of daily living (ADLs), strength, coordination, balance and functional performance.
• Establish meaningful goals and monitor resident progress.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and techniques to improve safety and independence.
• Modify treatment plans based on resident needs and response to therapy.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with COTAs, nursing staff, and other rehabilitation professionals.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time

Autumn Lake at Scotch Plains | Scotch Plains, NJ

$42–$47/hour | Full-Time | Benefits

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join the rehabilitation team at Autumn Lake at Scotch Plains. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an OT who enjoys helping residents improve daily function, safety, and independence through individualized therapy.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy plans of care
• Provide skilled treatment focused on activities of daily living (ADLs), strength, coordination, balance, and functional performance
• Establish meaningful goals and monitor resident progress
• Recommend adaptive equipment and techniques to improve safety and independence
• Modify treatment plans based on resident needs and response to therapy
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with COTAs, nursing staff, and other rehabilitation professionals

What We Offer

• $42–$47/hour
• Full-time position
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Continuing education support
• Supportive and collaborative rehabilitation team
• Short-term rehabilitation and long-term care caseload
• Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapist license required
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience preferred, but not required
• New graduate Occupational Therapists are welcome to apply

Salary: $42.00 - $47.00 per hour