Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem)

Best Care Services; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package (sal-

Salary to be determined

Job summary

Mountainside Nursing Home in Mountainside, NJ is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem) to support our residents with personalized therapy plans. You will work closely with occupational therapists to promote independence, mobility, and well-being through targeted exercises and activities.

The role focuses on direct patient care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team to ensure high-quality, consistent therapy services for our residents.

Qualifications

• Assisting with development and implementation of OT treatment plans.
• Providing direct patient care, including exercises and activities.
• Maintaining accurate records of patient progress and plans.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents in a post-acute care setting.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to identify resident needs and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address these needs and goals.
• Implement occupational therapy interventions, including exercises, activities, and modalities.
• Document resident progress, treatment plans, and other relevant information.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team, residents, and families.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Care planning

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem)
Mountainside Nursing Home, Mountainside, New Jersey, United States

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem) at Mountainside Nursing Home, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and compassionate environment, delivering high-quality care to our residents. Our state-of-the‑art facilities and team-oriented culture make us an ideal place to grow and develop your skills.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team on a per diem basis. As an OTA, you will work closely with our occupational therapists to design and implement personalized therapy plans that promote independence, mobility, and overall well‑being for our residents. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the development and implementation of occupational therapy treatment plans

• Providing direct patient care, including exercises, activities, and interventions

• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of patient progress and treatment plans

• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive care for our residents

• Adhering to established protocols and standards for occupational therapy services

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents in a post-acute care setting

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to identify resident needs and goals

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address these needs and goals

• Implement occupational therapy interventions, including exercises, activities, and modalities

• Document resident progress, treatment plans, and other relevant information

• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team, residents, and families

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• A competitive compensation package (salary to be determined)