PRN Occupational Therapist — Geriatric Rehab Specialist

Accela Healthcare; Clarks Mills (NJ); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Excelcare in Manalapan, NJ is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess and treat patients in a rehabilitation setting. You will work under physician direction to develop individualized plans, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient education, care for geriatric populations, and compliance with HIPAA and residents’ rights in a long-term care environment.

Qualificações

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.

Responsabilidades

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care to assess medical condition, functional capabilities, and rehabilitation potential.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals per patient capacity under physician direction.
• Set realistic and achievable treatment goals.
• Document and record patients’ condition.
• Educate patients and families in therapy methods.
• Perform evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Ensure confidentiality, HIPAA, and residents’ rights.

Formação académica

OT degree from accredited program

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Excelcare in Manalapan, NJ is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to assess and treat patients in a rehabilitation setting. You will work under physician direction to develop individualized plans, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient education, care for geriatric populations, and compliance with HIPAA and residents’ rights in a long-term care environment.