Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Apploi; Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Caldwell, NJ. You will assess referred patients, provide direct care, and develop individualized treatment plans to maximize function and independence.

You will document progress and educate patients and families in approved therapy methods. Responsibilities include supervising OT Assistants, collaborating with all disciplines, and maintaining confidential records in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Valid state license and registration.
• Oversee and supervise OT Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and record keeping.
• Ability to evaluate, document progress, re-certification, and discharge plans.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Excellent patient service and clinical excellence.
• Punctual and professional attendance.
• Compliance with confidentiality and Residents Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs.
• Provide direct patient care and assess medical condition and functional abilities.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with goals based on capacity.
• Document patient condition and progress; maintain records.
• Educate patients and families on therapy approaches.
• Coordinate with physicians and other disciplines.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Professional conduct

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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