Occupational Therapist I: Per Diem Days, HMC/NMC
About The Position
Atlantic Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Per Diem Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care team at both Hackettstown and Newton Medical Centers. The clinician in this role will work with adult and older adult patients presenting with a wide range of medical, surgical, orthopedic, and neurological conditions. This flexible per diem position is ideal for an experienced OT who enjoys fast‑paced clinical environments and values collaborative, patient-centered care. Join a team that values the people you serve. We have a culture-first environment: Recognized for our outstanding workplace culture and supportive leadership.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for adult acute care patients, including assessment of functional mobility, ADLs, cognition, vision, and safety.
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence‑based treatment plans to promote independence, recovery, and successful discharge planning.
- Deliver interventions focused on ADL retraining, functional mobility, cognitive/visual-perceptual skills, therapeutic exercise, and caregiver education.
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members, including PT, SLP, nursing, case management, and physicians.
- Document evaluations, daily notes, and discharge recommendations in accordance with professional standards and facility policies.
Benefits
- Flexible and supportive scheduling
- A collaborative and experienced interdisciplinary rehab team
- Positive patient and team culture where you can learn and continue to expand your skills
- Opportunities to learn and grow within adult acute care practice
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
