Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy, Per Diem, Day
About The Position
POSITION SUMMARY: To evaluate and treat patients in a variety of age groups with physical disabilities, injuries, and diseases utilizing techniques which incorporate functional activities, exercise, physical modalities, splinting, perceptual and cognitive training, and activities of daily living and work simulation. EDUCATION: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy. EXPERIENCE: No previous experience required. SPECIAL SKILLS: National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified and re-certified. NJ Licensure. Current BLS certification. Keyboard skills. Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details. Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job-related responsibilities. Ability to communicate and interact with the health-system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members. Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs. Job Location The Valley Hospital-Paramus Shift Day (United States of America)
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified and re-certified
- NJ Licensure
- Current BLS certification
- Keyboard skills
- Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details
- Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job-related responsibilities
- Ability to communicate and interact with the health-system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members
- Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs
Responsibilities
- evaluate patients
- treat patients
- utilize techniques which incorporate functional activities
- exercise
- physical modalities
- splinting
- perceptual and cognitive training
- activities of daily living
- work simulation
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
- 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
