Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Manchestercarenj; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Pediatric Medical Day Care in Manchester Township, NJ seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to provide pediatric therapy services, evaluate participants, and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs. This role emphasizes data-driven planning, family engagement, and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

You will document progress in NetHealth EMR, communicate results to families and colleagues, and ensure licensure and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Pediatric OT experience required.
• Active OT license in state(s) of practice.
• Commitment to ongoing continuing education and professional development.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapy services in accordance with established standards of practice, company policies, and therapy department procedures.
• Evaluate pediatric participants to gather data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Conduct regular and timely screenings to determine the need for therapy intervention.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable short- and long-term goals.
• Perform specialized evaluations as clinically indicated.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Communicate evaluation results, treatment plans, and recommendations to patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with CMS requirements using the NetHealth EMR system
• Adhere to productivity standards, documentation guidelines, and billing procedures.
• Maintain current licensure through ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

OT license

Job description

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)

Manchester Pediatric Medical Day Care

Location

Manchester Pediatric Medical Day Care (AristaCare at Manchester, 1770 Tobias Ave, Manchester Township, NJ 08759)

Job Summary

Manchester Pediatric Medical Day Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to support pediatric participants through high-quality, individualized therapy services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapy services in accordance with established standards of practice, company policies, and therapy department procedures.
• Evaluate pediatric participants to gather data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Conduct regular and timely screenings to determine the need for therapy intervention.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable short- and long-term goals.
• Perform specialized evaluations as clinically indicated.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Communicate evaluation results, treatment plans, and recommendations to patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with CMS requirements using the NetHealth EMR system
• Adhere to productivity standards, documentation guidelines, and billing procedures.
• Maintain current licensure through ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Education & Requirements

• Pediatric Occupational Therapy experience required.
• Active Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice.
• Commitment to ongoing continuing education and professional development.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.