Occupational Therapist
Montclair, New Jersey, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Occupational Therapist
Specialty Geriatrics
Salary $80,000 – $90,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy
Position Type Full Time W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Fairfax, Virginia, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 5/02/24

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Occupational Therapist interested in working with a geriatric population, 65+ years old, within a brand new beautiful assisted living community. You will help patients to restore motion, maintain safety and ultimately maximize their quality of life.


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time


Medical specialties:


  • Geriatrics
  • Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine


Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday


Work setting: In-person


License/Certification: Occupational Therapy License (Required)


Responsibilities


  • Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
  • Provide treatments that help improve patients’ motion and mobility
  • Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
  • Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
  • Create fitness and wellness oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
  • Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
  • Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
  • Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
  • Consult and practice with other health professionals
  • Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
  • Document patient care services

Skills

  • Current knowledge of treatment practices
  • Drive to continually learn and grow
  • Professional behavior
  • Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Valid license to practice physical therapy

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time


  • Salary: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
  • Benefits:401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance