Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Rehab & ADL Expert

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center in Neptune City, NJ. The role focuses on restoring function and enabling daily activities through goal-oriented therapy.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, perform comprehensive assessments, develop discharge plans, and participate in ongoing education and documentation to support patient recovery and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Participates on committees as requested by the supervisor.
• Delivers high-level service to residents, families and visitors.
• Maintains a safe environment and proper body mechanics during treatments.
• Establishes discharge planning at initial evaluation and updates it during therapy.
• Assesses need for DME and coordinates fittings.
• Prepares Progress Notes, Reassessments and Discharge Summaries per policy.
• Develops rapport with residents to support goal achievement.
• Educates residents on therapy equipment use.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment programs.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to organizational competencies and standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in OT

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center in Neptune City, NJ. The role focuses on restoring function and enabling daily activities through goal-oriented therapy.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, perform comprehensive assessments, develop discharge plans, and participate in ongoing education and documentation to support patient recovery and safety.