Occupational Therapist, Per Diem

Job Title: PD Occupational Therapist

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Occupational Therapy

Req #: 0000222812

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $69.66 - $69.66 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage 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:

Performs evaluations of patient strength, range of motion, activities of daily living, and mobility. Provide therapeutic interventions and make recommendations for plan of care.

Qualifications:

Required:

• B.S. degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited OT program, required

Preferred:

• Master's degree or Doctorate, preferred
• 1 - 2 years clinical experience, preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Verification of certification by the NBCOT
• Current NJ state license

Scheduling Requirements:

• Flex Schedule
• Requirement of 2 weekend days per month and 1 holiday
• Coverage for weekends, holiday, and weekly coverage as needed for PTO coverage

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates compliance with inpatient billing
• Treats inpatients to meet the established standard of care
• Clearly communicate plan of care and goals to patient/caregivers
• Makes referral recommendations for services outside the discipline
• Participates in the interdisciplinary patient/member teaching process
• Collaborates scheduling of inpatient caseload in conjunction of supervisor
• Demonstrates the ability to identify what the patient/member cultural/educational needs are
• Perform timely and accurate billing and documentation in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Provide education and training on recommendations during course of treatment and for discharge planning
• Supervises as needed

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 Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.