OT: Registered Occupational Therapist — Geriatric Rehab

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center; Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The OT will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate care under the physician's direction.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, educating patients and families, supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and resident rights.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT with current NJ registration and license.
• Experience documenting patient progress and discharge planning.
• Ability to supervise therapy assistants and collaborate with care teams.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and residents' rights.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation.
• Provide direct patient care and assess medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehab potential.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals determined by patients' capacity.
• Document and educate patients and families on treatment and progress.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Documentation

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

NJ OT license

ACOTE-accredited OT program

Job description

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The OT will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate care under the physician's direction.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, educating patients and families, supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and resident rights.