Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center seeks a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The OT will assess patients, design treatment plans, and monitor progress during long-term care. Superior documentation, patient education, and collaboration with the care team are essential.

The position requires licensure in the state and adherence to confidential, high-quality care standards. Weekend shifts may be required as part of the rotating schedule, with an emphasis on

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a current OT license/registration for the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer treatment programs with goal setting based on patient capacity.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge plans; educate patients and families.
• Supervise OT Assistants and collaborate with other disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and Residents' Rights.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical documentation

Team supervision

Collaboration

Professionalism

Punctuality

Communication

HIPAA compliance

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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