Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapist Per Diem Days

Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapist Per Diem DaysReq #:0000087095Category:Occupational TherapyStatus:Per DiemShift:DayFacility:Jersey City Medical CenterLocation:Occupational Therapy, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302You are in demand everywherebut it pays to come here!If you want to work in a premier hospital that wins awards, nurtures people, and tirelessly strives to advance care, you ll find your match atJersey City Medical Center. Our not-for-profit hospital, a proud member ofRWJBarnabasHealth, has been honored time and again for our strides in patient care and safety, and as the regional leader in specialties like cardiology, stroke, and trauma care.As our status and patient volume continue to grow, we are adding talent to our organizationAmong our many accolades, we have been designated8timesthe only A-Rated for Safety Hospital, awardedMagnet Recognitionfor superior nursing, named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.Job DescriptionB.S. Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited OT program required. Master's Degree or Doctorate preferred. Verification of certification by the NBCOT required. Current New Jersey state license. 1-2 years clinical experience preferred.Additional RequirementsCollaborates scheduling of inpatient caseload in conjunction of supervisor. Demonstrates compliance with inpatient billing process. Demonstrates the ability to identify what the patient/member cultural/educational needs are. Clearly communicate plan of care and goals to patient/caregivers. Provide education and training on recommendations during course of treatment and for discharge planning. Perform timely and accurate billing and documentation in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Makes referrals recommendations for services outside of the discipline. Participates in the interdisciplinary patient/member teaching process. Supervises as needed. Treats inpatients to meet the established standard of care.We are committed to High Reliability and consistent demonstration of our Safety Together behaviors and tools:S - Speak up for SafetyA - Accurately communicateF - Focus on the taskE - Exercise and accept a questioning attitudeT - Thoughtfully interactY - You and Me TogetherRWJBarnabas Health offers excellent-provided benefits which include: competitive compensation, comprehensive medical/dental benefits, 403 (B) savings plan, Flexible Spending Plans, PTO program, tuition reimbursement and so much more.Equal Employment OpportunityRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer