Occupational Therapist, Inpatient, Per Diem

Position Summary

To administer Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments according to established standard of Occupational Therapy, and physician’s referral and Occupational Therapy plan of care.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1.Evaluates all patients identifying the patient's primary problems and develops a treatment plan.

2.Performs and modifies/updates patient treatment programs to maximize patient outcomes.

3.Documents information to assure continuity of care and maximize reimbursement.

4.Maintains schedule to attain productivity standards.

5.Provides supervision to COTA, OT/COTA students, various levels of supportive personnel and volunteers.

Qualifications

Minimum Education :

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Preferred:

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation) :

Required:

None

Preferred:

2 years experience in hand therapy

License, Registry or Certification :

Required:

Current New Jersey State Occupational Therapy License

Preferred:

None

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities :

Required:

Excellent customer service skills, written and verbal communications skills

Preferred:

Knowledge gained from 2 or more years experience in hand therapy, CHT