Occupational Therapist (OT) - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange) • West Orange, NJ

5d • $59 • Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange NJ 07052Schedule: Per Diem (PRN) 8:30AM top 4:30 pm weekday and weekend needs Compensation: $59 + Shift Differential Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. We support your career growth and personal well-being: Start Strong: Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting. Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year) Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities. Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Certified BLS
• Per Diem Requirement: Two (8 HR) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday).

Responsibilities

• As a OT you will evaluate all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients.
• Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.
• Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.
• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
• Participate in discharge planning including placement, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment

Benefits

• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees