Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem/PRN

Apploi; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our growing rehabilitation team. You will assess referred patients, develop and administer treatment programs, and document patient progress under physician direction.

Responsibilities include setting realistic goals, educating patients and families, supervising OT Assistants, and collaborating with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Valid professional OT license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience supervising OT Assistants is expected.
• Experience with long-term care and geriatric populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with physician-guided goals.
• Set realistic goals, document patient status, and educate patients and families.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

OT degree (Bachelor/MOT/MSOT)

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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