Occupational Therapist (OT)

Available Shift: Weekend Per Diem

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapist services to residents in accordance with established standards of practice, company procedures, therapy department procedures, and productivity standards.
• Adhere to company procedures regarding documentation and billing of Occupational Therapist services.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow‑up of resident therapy programs.
• Conduct screening of residents at regular intervals to determine the need for intervention/treatment.
• Conduct timely screening of residents referred to physical therapy to determine the need for intervention/treatment.
• Evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
• Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated.
• Develop treatment plans by establishing short‑ and long‑term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/responsible parties, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Complete compliant and medically necessary documentation per CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Occupational Therapy license in New Jersey.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.

Benefits

• Competitive rates
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid time off

Schedule

Weekend Per Diem

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