Occupational Therapist (PRN OT)

Runnells Rehab Center; Berkeley Heights (NJ); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Runnells Rehab Center in Berkeley Heights, NJ seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary team on a PRN basis. The role involves evaluating residents and delivering individualized therapy to improve independence, safety, and functional ability in a skilled nursing setting.

You will develop treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises, ADL retraining, and cognitive strategies; train on assistive devices; and document progress for regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current state OT license.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric setting preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsabilités

• Evaluate residents' physical, cognitive, and psycho-social abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs, mobility, and safety.
• Provide direct therapy including exercises, ADL retraining, cognitive interventions, and adaptive equipment training.
• Recommend and train residents on assistive devices.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per standards.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers; provide education on safety and fall prevention.

Connaissances

OT license

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Geriatric care

Description du poste

Occupational Therapist (OT) – PRN| Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Runnells Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Job Type: PRN

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary team in a skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate is committed to improving the quality of life for older adults through evidence‑based, person‑centered care. This role involves evaluating residents, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering therapeutic interventions that promote independence, safety, and functional ability.

Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents’ physical, cognitive, and psycho-social abilities.

• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional improvement, ADLs, mobility, and safety.

• Provide direct therapy services including therapeutic exercises, ADL retraining, cognitive interventions, and adaptive equipment training.

• Recommend and train residents on the use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment.

• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Communicate treatment goals and progress with residents, families, and caregivers.

• Provide education on safe mobility, fall prevention, and home safety strategies.

Regulatory & Administrative

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for billing and reimbursement.

• Adhere to facility policies, professional ethics, and best‑practice standards.

Qualifications

• Current state OT license

• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric setting preferred but not required.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

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