Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Apploi; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in a dynamic care setting.

The role involves patient assessments, direct therapy, and creating treatment plans aligned with physician direction. You’ll set practical goals, document progress, and educate patients and families on therapy approaches while coordinating with the broader care team.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist with state registration.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care.
• Develop and administer an individualized treatment plan with goals.
• Set realistic goals and document patient progress and discharge plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and expectations.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

Skills

Licensed OT

Documentation writing

Direct patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

Occupational Therapist

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist to join our ever-growing team.

Responsibilities Include:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.


• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.


• The Occupational Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.


• Experience with long‑term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.


• Well versed with documentation writing


• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re‑certification and discharge documentations.


• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.


• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence


• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.


• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation


• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Shift Needs: Weekdays and Weekends

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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