What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist, Outpatient position at Hunterdon Health?
Position Summary
To administer occupational therapy evaluations and treatments according to established standard of occupational therapy, and physician’s referral and occupational therapy plan of care.
Primary Position Responsibilities
Evaluates all patients identifying the patient's primary problems and develops a treatment plan.
Performs and modifies/updates patient treatment programs to maximize patient outcomes.
Documents information to assure continuity of care and maximize reimbursement.
Maintains schedule to attain productivity standards.
Provides supervision to COTA, OT/COTA students, various levels of supportive personnel and volunteers.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
Preferred:
2 years experience in hand therapy
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
Current New Jersey State Occupational Therapy License
Preferred:
Certified Hand Therapist
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
Required:
Excellent customer service skills, written and verbal communications skills
Preferred:
Knowledge gained from 2 or more years experience in hand therapy, CHT
Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).
Salary : $39 - $48
