Occupational Therapist (OT)

Alpsrehab; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 60,614 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

Job summary

Alpsrehab in Wayne, New Jersey is looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) to evaluate and treat residents with various disabilities. You will develop care plans, instruct residents and families in adaptive equipment, and maintain patient records.

Ideal candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy along with relevant state licensure. The position offers a pay rate of $44-$49 per hour and includes various benefits such as medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current license in Occupational Therapy as required by state law.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.
• State approved certification for advanced treatments where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate residents/patients to develop care plans.
• Instruct residents in the use of adaptive equipment.
• Maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Clinical experience

Ability to instruct residents and families

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Pay Rate: $44- $49 Per Hour

Benefits

• Same Day Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

Summary

Evaluates and treats residents and patients with conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling to improve their ability to perform tasks of daily living and working environments in compliance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Under a physician’s orders, screens and evaluates resident/ patient and develops appropriate care plan.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and aids for eating and dressing.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current license in Occupational Therapy (if required by state law).
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• State approved certification to provide advanced level treatments where applicable.

Supervisory responsibilities

• May supervise COTAs, Rehab Aides, or provisional licensed occupational therapists per state practice guidelines.

Other requirements

• Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents’ protected health information.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
• By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.