Per Diem Occupational Therapist

Per Diem Occupational Therapist Childrens Specialized Hosp - 3.8 West Orange, NJ Job Details Per diem $78.36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Patients with physical disabilities Patients with cognitive disabilities BLS Certification Pediatric unit experience Environmental modification occupational therapy Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Working with pediatric populations English Occupational therapy in hospitals OTR Working with individuals with physical disabilities Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Req #: 0000253561

Category:

Occupational Therapy Status:

Per Diem Shift:

Day Facility:

Childrens Specialized Hosp Department:

Occupational Therapy-OP Pay Range:

$78.36 per hour

Location:

375 Mt. Pleasant Ave. Suite G100, West Orange, NJ 07052

Job Title:

Occupational Therapist Location:

West Orange (WOR)

Department Name:

Occupational Therapy-OP Req #: 0000253561

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$78.36 - $78.36 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Occupational Therapist treats patients with disabilities and considers responses as related to the patient's functional adaptation to the environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program NJ State Occupational Therapy License Maintained registration by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board Satisfactory completion of Certification Examination of National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT) and maintenance of registration AHA BLS Provider Certification Twelve-week pediatric affiliation or pediatric experience Detailed knowledge of developmental theory and the effects of physical and percepto-cognitive disabilities as well as the psycho-social aspects of functional adaptation to the environment Ability to evaluate disruptions in performance and plan treatment to minimize disabling effects of these conditions Tact and judgment in performance of duties Commitment to improving skill level Ability to work effectively with others Good verbal and written English communication skills

Preferred:

Master's degree

Certifications and Licenses Required:

NJ State Occupational Therapy License AHA BLS Provider Certification American Occupational Therapy Certification Board registration NBCOT registration

Scheduling Requirements:

Per Diem Afternoon/Evening hours

Essential Functions:

Selects, administers, and interprets assessment tools as designated in competency expectations including: History, Screening, Observations, and Evaluations as appropriated to patients Identifies and prioritizes time realistic functional goals for remediation, compensation, adaptation or prevention of deficits Selects|utilizes|evaluates the effectiveness of appropriate treatment methods (as designated in competency expectations) Applies principles of activity analysis for grading physical|perceptual-cognitive|psycho-social demands to produce an optimal mesh of child's or family's abilities to meet environmental demand Communicates effectively with patients, families, & team in oral and written formats in both formal and non-formal situations. Communicates effectively with referring physicians and community contacts As designated in competency expectations, assists in training others. This may include staff, COTAs, aides and students Takes responsibility for seeking supervision or consultation in relationship to clinical performance. Actively contributes to improvement plans effectively utilizes feedback Meets competency expectations in explaining symptoms, prognosis and functional limitations for a variety of diagnostic groups Makes discharge recommendations appropriate to the child and their family in consideration of child's prognosis, role expectations, and knowledge of community resources (as designated in competency expectations)

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at anytime with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer