What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at St Josephs Healthcare System?
Job Info
Evaluates, plans, directs and administers individualized therapeutic treatment programs aimed at the restoration or improvement of function, or the prevention of disability. Writes evaluations, progress notes/reports, discharge summaries and maintains patient files. Counsels patients and/or family members regarding Rehabilitation diagnosis, plan of care and prognosis. Maintains current knowledge of regulatory/legislative policies as they apply to the profession of Occupational Therapy and adheres to same.
Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Program, Current NJ State License in Occupational Therapy. BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at time of hire or within first 3 months of hire. FIM (Functional Independence Measurement)certification to be taken following employment and training at Wayne, then certification must be taken through the rehab program (Uniform Data System for Medical Rehab-UDSmr). For EIP (Early Intervention Program employees only: Valid driver’s license required and ability to comply with Qualifications to Drive a System Vehicle as well as all policies as outlined in the SJH Fleet Management & Safety Program.
Job Category: Clinical
Posting Date: 2024-01-01T00:00:00 00:00
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Locations: Paterson NJ
