Occupational Therapist (Per Diem, Day shift)

Hudson Regional Health; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Health in Hoboken is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan and implement individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover and/or maintain daily living skills. You will work closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to promote optimal outcomes including discharge planning.

The OT role emphasizes collaboration for successful patient recovery and discharge planning. Per diem, day shifts, 8-hour shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
• Current New Jersey Occupational Therapy License.
• American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification.
• 1–2 years of clinical experience in acute/sub-acute care preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover and/or maintain daily living skills.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to promote optimal patient outcomes including discharge planning.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Discharge planning

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Graduated from accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for evaluating, planning and implementing individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover and/or maintain daily living skills. The OT works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to promote optimal patient outcomes including discharge planning.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for evaluating, planning and implementing individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover and/or maintain daily living skills. The OT works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to promote optimal patient outcomes including discharge planning.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master's or Doctorate preferred
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current New Jersey Occupational Therapy License
• American Heart Association CPR/BLS certification
• 1-2 years of prior clinical experience in acute care/sub-acute care preferred; new graduates welcome

Per Diem, Day shift, 8-hour shift