What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist (OT) position at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange)?
Overview
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical
West Orange, NJ
Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Shift Hours: Full-Time, 7:15AM - 3:15PM
(with 2 weekend days/month plus some holidays 8AM - 4PM )
*Please be advised that the salary rate/range set forth herein was provided by Indeed. Kessler’s market specific rate/range will be provided during the interview process*
Benefits of becoming a therapist with us:
- Latest rehab technologies
- Engaged and team-oriented culture
- High success rates of patients being discharged home
- Clinical ladders to develop our therapists
- A network of over 50K employees nationwide with relocation and advancement opportunities
- Full-benefits package (Including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, short and long term disability & more)
- Loan Repayment Assistance
- Tuition Assistance up to $5,000 a year after your first full year of employment
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
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
- Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Occupational Therapist
- Certified BLS
Additional Data
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Select Medical’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:
- Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Stroke
- Amputation
- Neurological Disorders
- Orthopedic Conditions
- Multiple Traumas
**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Salary : $5,000
