Occupational Therapist (OT) (OTR/L)

Ariel Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare; West Keansburg (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

Job summary

Ariel Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to coordinate and conduct therapy programs within a 123-bed facility. You will guide resident participation to restore and enhance daily functioning, with emphasis on adapting activities to individual needs and promoting independence.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the rehab team, documentation, and delivery of high-quality care in a warm, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited and licensed.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure in the state.
• Registered and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop treatment goals and methods.
• Implement and document occupational therapy plans and progress.
• Design and fit adaptive devices and train residents in their use.
• Select activities suited to each resident's capacity and interests.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team to tailor activity programs.
• Instruct residents in skills for participation and monitor progress.
• Adapt programs to residents' evolving needs.
• Attend care and staff conferences and related meetings.
• Provide training to other staff in OT techniques and objectives.
• Requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
• Maintain and repair equipment and ensure safety.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

OT curriculum accredited

Licensed/eligible for licensure

OT Certification board eligibility

Job description

Ariel Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a warm and friendly work environment, with 123 beds. We are looking for full-time and part-time Occupational Therapists We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist organizes and conducts occupational therapy programs for the facility to facilitate rehabilitation. In addition, he/she directs resident participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Occupational Therapist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology.

RESPONSIBLITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

1 Evaluates residents, develops appropriate treatment goals and methods, implements the occupational therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services; this includes application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as cognitive skills, muscle strength, coordination endurance, mobility, perceptual abilities, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation, and psychological functioning;

2 Designs and fits adaptive devices and trains residents in the use of adaptive devices including splints and orthotics;

3 Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest;

4 Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate activity program consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;

5 Instructs resident in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates resident progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential;

6 Adapts program according to the needs of individual resident;

7 Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing conferences and other related meetings;

8 Conducts training programs and participates in training medical, nursing and other personnel in occupational therapy techniques and objectives;

9 Requisitions supplies and equipment as necessary;

10 Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary;

11 Supervises supportive personnel in accordance with state and professional standards;

12 Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1 Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the American Occupational Therapy Association and certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association under its requirements.

2 Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.

3 Registered and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

JOB SKILLS:

1 Good organizational and time management skills.

2 Good verbal and written communication skills.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

1 Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.

2 Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem