Occupational Therapist School Based Maternity Coverage

Therapy Place PC; Teaneck Township (NJ); In loco; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

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A healthcare provider in Teaneck Township is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team. The role involves evaluating patients' therapy needs and developing personalized therapy plans to help them achieve their mobility goals. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and hold the required state license. The position offers a positive working environment along with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Competenze

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are needed.
• Ability to maintain a positive and compassionate demeanor.

Mansioni

• Meet with patients from diverse backgrounds to discuss health concerns.
• Conduct evaluations to establish therapy starting points for patients.
• Create personalized therapy plans for patient mobility goals.
• Collaborate with care team members for follow-up care.
• Maintain thorough records of patient therapy and progress.

Conoscenze

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Compassionate Care

Formazione

State License for Occupational Therapy

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Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs
• Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient
• Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals
• Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care
• Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients