Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Req #: ... Category: Occupational Therapy Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Department: Occupational Therapy Pay Range: $99,352.50 - $114,757.50 per year Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039 Job Title: Occupational Therapist Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr Department Name: Occupational Therapy Req #: ... Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $99,352.50 - $114,757.50 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview: The Occupational Therapist screens and or evaluates referred patients for Occupational Therapy services, assessing, planning and implementing specific therapeutic intervention plans where indicated to restore function and facilitate development of skills essential for adaptive and productive occupational performance. Qualifications: Required: Bachelors degree, Masters degree or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an AOTA accredited school of occupational therapy New Jersey Occupational Therapy license BLS Certification Successful completion of all orientation Programs Scheduling Requirements Day Shift FT Essential Functions: Adheres to assigned work and on call schedule and placements including but not limited to clinics, flexed hours and weekend / holiday coverage Advises referring physicians regarding patient orthotic needs and as indicated, provides for those needs, fabricating and / or fitting and monitoring orthotic devices As needed, maintains organization of department and satellite patient care and equipment areas communicating information and equipment / supply recommendations to OT Coordinator Collaboratively formulates discharge plans, assessing the need for therapeutic equipment and environmental adaptations and recommends / provides for same to facilitate optimal functional performance Documents patient care events in all applicable areas of the medical record and other designated areas according to departmental, medical center, policy and professional practice standards, including but not limited to timeliness, completeness, and accuracy Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon .and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jerseywhether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Internal Apply External Apply