Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

Select Medical; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Employee assistance program

Orientation program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Atlantic City, NJ is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide per diem therapy, discharge planning, and patient education. The OT will supervise OTAs and students, conduct individualized treatment regimens, and monitor patient progress as part of a dedicated inpatient recovery team.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling (no holidays or weekends) and participation in continuing education.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants (OTAs), as well as OT and COTA students.
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in-services

Skills

OT licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Atlantic City, NJ

Schedule: Per Diem/As Needed (No Holidays/No Weekends)Compensation: $56.00 Per Hour

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Occupational Therapists (OT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive Occupational Therapist (OT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Fostering Well-Being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Participate in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment
• Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants (OTAs), as well as OT and COTA students
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in-services

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans