Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in New Jersey. The OT will assess patients needing rehabilitation, develop and implement treatment plans, and document outcomes under physician direction.

The role includes supervising assistants and coordinating with the broader care team to ensure patient-centered therapy. Candidates should have an accredited OT degree, valid state licensure, and experience with geriatric or

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric populations preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and ability to write clear notes and reports.
• Ability to supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehab needs and capabilities.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals set to patient capacity.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and expectations.
• Supervise and guide Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Coordinate with the Rehabilitation team and physicians.

Skills

Licensed OT

Geriatric care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Direct patient care

Education

OT degree from accredited 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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