Occupational Therapist (OTR) Full Time

Chatham-Hills-Subacute-Care-Center; Chatham Township (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a growing rehabilitation team in New Jersey. The role involves direct patient care, developing treatment plans, and educating patients and families on therapy approaches.

Responsibilities include supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, maintaining thorough documentation, and collaborating with the care team. A state license and graduation from an accredited OT program are required.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a valid license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Supervise OT Assistants and document progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapy documentation

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Leadership of OTAs

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

$5000 SIGN ON BONUS

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: All positions are available.

Compensation:

$43-47/hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer