Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

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

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and supervise therapy assistants while documenting progress and outcomes under physician direction.

We value collaborative care, strong documentation, and a patient-centered approach. The role includes weekday and weekend shifts, with a focus on geriatric rehabilitation and confidentiality adherence.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long‑term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• 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, HIPAA and Federal Residents Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with specific goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document patient condition and progress through reports and records.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Coordinate care with physicians and other disciplines to provide patient-centered treatment.

Skills

Licensed OT

Geriatric care

Patient assessment

Clinical documentation

Education

OT degree (BA/BS/MS)

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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