Home Care Occupational Therapist- Full Time

Ignite Rehab•Essex County, NJ

1d•Remote

About The Position

Ignite Rehab, operating as part of Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy, is seeking a motivated and passionate FULL TIME Occupational Therapist to provide in-home care. This is an opportunity to take the next step forward in your career within a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team. All levels of experience are encouraged to apply, and the company will train the right new graduate. The role involves providing 1:1 treatment to patients within their designated geographic area, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering care that aligns with professional standards. The position emphasizes patient care with a focus on quick EMR documentation (no Oasis required) and offers great work/life balance, flexibility, and autonomy, allowing patients to be seen any 7 days of the week. Preference is given to seeing patients in their primary geographic area.

Requirements

Occupational Therapist Program Graduate
Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of New Jersey or eligible.
Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.
Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory
Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

Accept and treat patients within your designated geographic area
Provide 1:1 treatment
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs
Deliver care that aligns with professional standards, agency policies, and the prescribed plan of care
Educate family members, home health aides, and other caregivers on proper therapy techniques
Plan, and carry out occupational therapy programs to maintain, improve or restore physical function, relieve pain, and prevent occupational dysfunction in patients.
Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating the data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.
Provide timely and accurate documentation for each visit
Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit
Must be willing to treat geriatric patients.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Generous PTO
Longstanding Success
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A professional, supportive and fun work environment fostered by a team of well-respected clinicians who take pride in the challenges of meaningful work
Focus on Patient Care - Quick EMR (No Oasis required)
Great work/life balance
Flexibility and Autonomy - see patients any 7 days of the week
Competitive compensation package
401(k) plan with company matching options
Generous Paid Time Off
A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
Full Salaried, Orthopedic Residency Programs available
Loan Repayment program- up to $5,000 per year
Progressive Leadership Development Programs
Up to a $1,500 CEU stipend per year, plus all expenses paid for any speciality certifications towards Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS or WCS
Access to unlimited online CEU’s through our partnership with MedBridge Education
New York's 529 College Savings Program
Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits
FSA Plans- pre tax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work
Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.