Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Apploi; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our growing care team in Scotch Plains, NJ. You will assess referred patients, develop and implement rehabilitation plans, and work under physician direction to reach functional goals.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, educating families, supervising therapy staff, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program (OT).
• Must hold a valid state OT license/registration.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment plans under physician direction.
• Set realistic, achievable goals and document patient conditions.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, re-certifications and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Accredited OT program

Active OT license

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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