Occupational Therapist - Subacute Rehab (Geriatric Care)

Apploi; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi in New Jersey seeks a qualified Occupational Therapist to join The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center. You will assess referred patients, determine rehabilitation potential, and establish treatment programs under the physician's direction.

This role requires documentation of patient condition, weekly progress notes, and education for patients and families. You will oversee OT Assistants, collaborate with the care team, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Active OT license and state registration.
• Experience with long-term or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and clinical writing skills.
• Ability to supervise OT Assistants.
• Excellent patient service and teamwork.
• Punctual and professional conduct.
• HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment programs.
• Set goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document patient condition and progress.
• Educate patients and families about therapy methods.
• Supervise OT Assistants.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Support discharge planning and documentation.

Skills

Licensed OT

Long-term/geriatric care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Supervising OT Assistants

Education

Accredited OT program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Apploi in New Jersey seeks a qualified Occupational Therapist to join The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center. You will assess referred patients, determine rehabilitation potential, and establish treatment programs under the physician's direction.

This role requires documentation of patient condition, weekly progress notes, and education for patients and families. You will oversee OT Assistants, collaborate with the care team, and participate in discharge planning.