Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part Time

Live Well Homecare; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible assignments

Online CEU training

Family-oriented organization

Job summary

Live Well Homecare, based in New Jersey, seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver in-home therapy, improving daily functioning and safety for patients.

You will assess patients, set goals, document progress, provide exercises, and recommend adaptive equipment. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential.

NJ OT license is required; CPR certification is preferred; two years in home health is ideal.

Qualifications

• Active NJ OT license required.
• Graduate from accredited OT program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in home healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, establish therapy goals, and document progress while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide exercises to enhance fine motor skills and coordination, and suggest adaptive equipment to support independence.
• Evaluate fall risks and develop strategies to improve home safety.
• Educate patients and families on care plans, exercises, and self-care techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion

Strong clinical judgment

Education

NJ OT License

CPR Certification

Job description

Position Overview

This role is for a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) responsible for delivering personalized therapy to patients in their homes, focusing on improving daily functioning and safety.

• Assess patients, establish therapy goals, and document progress while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide exercises to enhance fine motor skills and coordination, and suggest adaptive equipment to support independence.
• Evaluate fall risks and develop strategies to improve home safety.
• Educate patients and families on care plans, exercises, and self-care techniques.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with an active NJ OT license.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in home healthcare.
• CPR certification, knowledge of home health regulations, strong clinical judgment, interpersonal skills, and compassion.

Key Benefits & Opportunities

• Work with flexible assignments and autonomy, promoting work-life balance.
• Access online training, CEU opportunities, and tuition discounts.
• Join a family-oriented organization committed to personalized, impactful patient care.