Occupational Therapist (OTR) Full Time

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Morris Plains (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 a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Morris Plains, NJ. You will assess referred patients, establish treatment plans, and provide direct care to enhance functional outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising OT Assistants, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team while maintaining HIPAA standards and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a valid OT license and registration for NJ.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Punctual, professional, and patient-focused.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with specific goals.
• Document patient progress and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines.
• Ensure HIPAA confidentiality and compliance.

Skills

OT licensure

Long-term care exp

Team supervision

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

OT degree from accredited program

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

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