Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem)

Mountainside-Nursing-Home; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Mountainside Nursing Home in Mountainside, New Jersey, United States is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (Per Diem) to join our team. You will work closely with our occupational therapists to support resident independence and mobility in a post-acute setting.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing treatment plans, providing direct patient care with exercises and activities, documenting progress, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality,

Qualifications

• Post-acute care setting experience desirable.
• Excellent patient care and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

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)