Occupational Therapist II: Per Diem, Variable Days & 2 wknd days/mo, Atlantic Health Newton and Hackettstown Medical Centers

Atlantic Health System•Newton, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Per Diem Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care team. The clinician in this role will work with 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 is looking for weekday PD hours. Join a team that values the people you serve. We have a culture-first environment: Recognized for our outstanding workplace culture and supportive leadership.

Requirements

Adult patients presenting with a wide range of medical, surgical, orthopedic, and neurological conditions.
Experienced OT
Weekday PD hours

Nice To Haves

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

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

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