Occupational Therapist - Hoboken/Saddlebrook - Hoboken (NJ)

The Occupational Therapist provides an assessment of evaluation, develops short and long term plans, and measures patient progress.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
• Reviews and evaluates patients’ conditions and medical records.
• Provides assessment of evaluation.
• Promote maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity, intelligence level, and interest.
• Fabricates splints as prescribed by referring physician.
• Develops short and long term treatment plans and measures patient progress.
• Plans and prepares treatment programs based on evaluation of patient data.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit.
• Records treatment, response and progress in the patient’s chart and records it in the Electronic Health Record.
• Writes and updates monthly progress notes; maintains all patient chart notes.
• Educates patients on home exercise programs and the use of assistive devices.
• Provides discharge planning for patient.
• Acts as a liaison between patients and doctors.
• Supervises all activities in directing patient care and proper utilization of support personnel.
• Evaluates treatment with other team members.
• Reviews the physician’s referral and patient’s condition and medical records to determine occupational therapy treatment required.
• Orients, instructs and directs the work activities of Occupational Therapist Assistants and Occupational Therapy Aides.
• Completes required orientation as directed by the Company; attends meetings and seminars as required.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Adheres to HIPAA, OSHA and all other applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Behaves in a manner consistent with Professional’s mission, vision and values.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must have a valid Occupational Therapist License (for the state you practice in).
• Master or Bachelors degree of Occupational Therapy required.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), preferred.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive collaborative relationships across all levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be able to communicate well with patients, co-workers and the general public.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Embraces diversity within the work environment and consistently deals and internal and external customers in a friendly and respectful manner; supports teamwork and cooperation with partners in daily activities.