An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
This full-time position will split time between the Perth Amboy, NJ and either Union or Elizabeth, NJ locations until the caseload in Perth Amboy allows for full-time hours. SportsMed is fortunate to be one of the fastest growing multidisciplinary practices in New Jersey. The services we offer our patients are: Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Occupational Hand Therapy, & Acupuncture. We treat a diverse variety of patients that includes sports-related injuries, weekend warriors, post-surgical, elderly, desk workers, and much more. The Occupational Therapist organizes and conducts occupational therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. This person directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Occupational Therapist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology. \n
What Sets Us Apart Individualized Mentorship:
One-on-one guidance tailored to your experience level, from new graduate support to advanced clinical skill development. Direct support to build your confidence, refine your skills, and advance your career.
Team Collaboration:
Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care
In-House CEU Opportunities:
Ongoing educational sessions, clinical workshops, and growth development
Career Growth:
Opportunities for leadership, new site development, and specialization in hand therapy Great Place to
Work Certified:
SportsMed Physical Therapy is Great Place to Work certified again in 2026! Responsibilities Treat a variety of hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder injuries and post-op Perform initial evaluations, establish recovery goals, and develop plans of care based on findings Document all evaluations and treatments Educate patients and appropriate parties on evaluations and treatment plans Maintain effective communication with patients, SportsMed providers, and other team members. Requirements New Jersey Occupational Therapy License New Grads and Experienced Occupational Therapists are Welcome! Computer Literacy Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills Benefits Signing Bonus up to $5,000 Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Life Insurance Guaranteed Disability Insurance 401k with 4-8% Match based on tenure Vacation time, sick days, and paid holidays Excellent growth and professional development opportunities Rain program for paycheck advances
Salary Range:
$90,000 - $100,000 per year \n $90,000 - $100,000 a year \n #IND7
