Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

AtlantiCare Rehabilitation Hospital - In partnership with Select Medical is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for per diem/PRN shifts in Galloway, New Jersey. The OT will evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support functional recovery.

Requirements include current state licensure and BLS certification. A sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered; position provides flexible scheduling with potential for additional opportunities

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• Certified BLS or completion within 90 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plans.
• Directs and delegates therapy services to therapy staff as appropriate.
• Educates patients, families, and staff; participates in program development and delivery.

Skills

State licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Hospital Name: AtlantiCare Rehabilitation Hospital - In partnership with Select MedicalPosition: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Galloway, New JerseySchedule: Per Diem / PRN - 2 shifts per month / 1 holiday / 1 high need day

Compensation: $56.00

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

New hospital

A partnership between Atlanticare and Select Medical, our 60-bed medical rehabilitation hospital will open later this year and serve patients in southeastern New Jersey. Led by a physiatrist – a physician board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation – our team includes rehabilitation nurses; physical, occupational, and speech-language therapists; dietitians; case managers and other clinical and support staff.

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation and multiple traumas.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong:Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.


• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities


• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.


• Your Impact Matters:Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction.


• Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.


• Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.


• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.


• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans