Weekend Per Diem Occupational Therapist - Long-Term Care

AristaCare At Manchester; Manchester Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

401(k) Retirement Plan

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,视

Job summary

AristaCare At Manchester is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality therapy services to residents on weekend and per diem shifts in our New Jersey facility. The role emphasizes screening, evaluation, and development of individualized treatment plans within CMS guidelines, with clear communication to residents and families.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in OT, active NJ licensure, and a willingness to pursue ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Must hold a B.S. in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Must have an active Occupational Therapy license in New Jersey.
• Commitment to ongoing continuing education and licensure maintenance.
• Experience in Long-Term Care/Nursing Facility settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to residents per standards and procedures.
• Adhere to documentation and billing procedures for OT services.
• Evaluate and plan resident therapy programs with measurable goals.
• Conduct regular screenings to identify intervention needs and follow up.
• Communicate findings and treatment plans to residents and care teams.
• Ensure compliant documentation in NetHealth EMR per CMS expectations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Active OT license in New Jersey

Tools

NetHealth EMR

Job description

AristaCare At Manchester is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality therapy services to residents on weekend and per diem shifts in our New Jersey facility. The role emphasizes screening, evaluation, and development of individualized treatment plans within CMS guidelines, with clear communication to residents and families.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in OT, active NJ licensure, and a willingness to pursue ongoing education.