Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Apploi; Cranford (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking a talented Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians to maximize patient function in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, supervising OT Assistants, and educating patients and families on therapy approaches.

Qualifikationen

• Graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Valid OT license and state registration.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.

Aufgaben

• Assess referred patients and provide direct OT care to determine rehabilitation potential.
• Establish and administer individualized treatment programs with goals.
• Document patient condition and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and ensure quality.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism.

Kenntnisse

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient service skills

Clinical excellence

Ausbildung

OT degree (OT)

State licensure/registration

Jobbeschreibung

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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