JAG Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapist (Newport)
JAG Physical Therapy, Carlstadt, New Jersey, us, 07072
Occupational Therapist
The Occupational Therapist is forward-thinking who excels at assessing patients' strengths and weaknesses and devising creative but effective treatment plans. Therapists must practice discretion & maintain patient confidentiality. Must operate a high-energy, positive-thinking environment and offer patients positive encouragement to achieve their goals. You will be expected to utilize your training and skills to aid patients in the goal of healing, recovering, improving pain level/tolerance, and maximizing functional independence. Occupational Therapist examines patients using fundamental clinical knowledge, implements a treatment plan and executes plan of care on a daily basis. We are also seeking an applicant with experience in Hand Therapy. The ideal applicant will have comprehensive knowledge of Hand Therapy screens/evaluations, treatments and orthosis fabrication.
Who We Are:
JAG Physical Therapy's care-first model of rehabilitation may be the change you are looking for! JAG Physical Therapy, a comprehensive outpatient, orthopedic physical therapy company with 100 facilities throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our winning team! JAG has been honored by the area's top publications as the best in the business based on growth and outcomes and is considered the Gold Standard for physical therapy care by the Metro area's largest healthcare systems and insurance providers.
What You'll Love About Us:Join a company where our executive leaders are actively engaged as treating cliniciansup to $7,500 sign-on bonusup to $2,500 relocation bonusCompetitive salaryQuarterly BonusesHealth, Dental, & Vision BenefitsHSA Options including dependent care, medical, and commuter benefits$10,000.00 Term Life Insurance benefit at NO cost to employeesup to 4 weeks PTO401(k) with company matchContinuing Education reimbursementsMedBridge MembershipYearly review for growth opportunitiesNew Grad Mentorship ProgramProfessional Development Growth TracksTuition discounts for employees and their familiesTicketsAtWork and LifeMart company perksOur workplace fosters a close-knit and supportive environment where individuals genuinely care for and uplift one another, creating a strong sense of unity and camaraderie
What You'll Need:Bachelors or Masters Degree required, Doctorate degree preferredLicensed Occupational TherapistCompleted state regulated CEU requirement in appropriate state (NY, NJ)Valid CPR LicenseExperience/knowledge with an EMR software is preferredExcellent oral, written communicationStrong clinical decision-making skills1+ year(s) professional OT experienceExcellent work ethic and dedication to patient successBasic computer skillsWorks as a team member and individually with minimal supervisionMaintains a positive, professional demeanor at all times
What You'll Do:Collects and records patient care data that follows format and guidelines of the patient care service, regulatory agencies and third party payers which reflects an understanding of reimbursement systems and their impact on patient care.This includes, but is not limited to, initial evaluation, daily notes, reassessments/progress reports, discharge plans and communication with members of the team.Additionally records daily billing and follows department guidelines for productivity.Prepares for the evaluation in accordance with department policies/procedures and standards of practice including obtaining patient history, exhibiting knowledge of patient diagnoses and researching unfamiliar diagnoses.Selects and administers tests and measures.Additionally, synthesizes evaluation results to formulate the diagnosis, goals, prognosis and plan of care.Establishes treatment plan based on evaluation results, goals and best practice. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, patients and patient's support system. Assesses and re-assesses need for modifications to plan of care and goals.Identifies need for consultations and/or refers the patient to another health care professional or health care services. Initiates and completes discharge plan.Provides education/training to patient and/or patient support systemFunctional Training-This includes but is not limited to: ADLs/IADLs, therapeutic activities (e.g. transfers, bed mobility), rehabilitation equipment prescription and training and community reintegrationNeurological Interventions-This includes but is not limited to: handling techniques, neurodevelopmental training, seating and positioning, vision/perception, cognitive rehabilitation, neuromuscular re-education, spasticity management and behavioral managementOther- This may include, but is not limited to: cardiac medical monitoring and splintingMusculoskeletal Interventions-This includes but is not limited to: therapeutic exercise, joint mobilization and modalitiesProvide data, note writing using WEB PT EMR for all treatments providedOversee support staff of COTA, OT aidesAttends annual JAG PT Billing and Coding seminarPresent 1 facility level in- service annuallyPromotes JAG PT in the community through lectures/presentationDemonstrates respectful interactions with patients, colleagues, and othersOther duties as assigned
Important Disclaimer Notice:
The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment. What you'll love about us section is based on full time employment with the company and is not guaranteed based on employment type.
The Occupational Therapist is forward-thinking who excels at assessing patients' strengths and weaknesses and devising creative but effective treatment plans. Therapists must practice discretion & maintain patient confidentiality. Must operate a high-energy, positive-thinking environment and offer patients positive encouragement to achieve their goals. You will be expected to utilize your training and skills to aid patients in the goal of healing, recovering, improving pain level/tolerance, and maximizing functional independence. Occupational Therapist examines patients using fundamental clinical knowledge, implements a treatment plan and executes plan of care on a daily basis. We are also seeking an applicant with experience in Hand Therapy. The ideal applicant will have comprehensive knowledge of Hand Therapy screens/evaluations, treatments and orthosis fabrication.
Who We Are:
JAG Physical Therapy's care-first model of rehabilitation may be the change you are looking for! JAG Physical Therapy, a comprehensive outpatient, orthopedic physical therapy company with 100 facilities throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our winning team! JAG has been honored by the area's top publications as the best in the business based on growth and outcomes and is considered the Gold Standard for physical therapy care by the Metro area's largest healthcare systems and insurance providers.
What You'll Love About Us:Join a company where our executive leaders are actively engaged as treating cliniciansup to $7,500 sign-on bonusup to $2,500 relocation bonusCompetitive salaryQuarterly BonusesHealth, Dental, & Vision BenefitsHSA Options including dependent care, medical, and commuter benefits$10,000.00 Term Life Insurance benefit at NO cost to employeesup to 4 weeks PTO401(k) with company matchContinuing Education reimbursementsMedBridge MembershipYearly review for growth opportunitiesNew Grad Mentorship ProgramProfessional Development Growth TracksTuition discounts for employees and their familiesTicketsAtWork and LifeMart company perksOur workplace fosters a close-knit and supportive environment where individuals genuinely care for and uplift one another, creating a strong sense of unity and camaraderie
What You'll Need:Bachelors or Masters Degree required, Doctorate degree preferredLicensed Occupational TherapistCompleted state regulated CEU requirement in appropriate state (NY, NJ)Valid CPR LicenseExperience/knowledge with an EMR software is preferredExcellent oral, written communicationStrong clinical decision-making skills1+ year(s) professional OT experienceExcellent work ethic and dedication to patient successBasic computer skillsWorks as a team member and individually with minimal supervisionMaintains a positive, professional demeanor at all times
What You'll Do:Collects and records patient care data that follows format and guidelines of the patient care service, regulatory agencies and third party payers which reflects an understanding of reimbursement systems and their impact on patient care.This includes, but is not limited to, initial evaluation, daily notes, reassessments/progress reports, discharge plans and communication with members of the team.Additionally records daily billing and follows department guidelines for productivity.Prepares for the evaluation in accordance with department policies/procedures and standards of practice including obtaining patient history, exhibiting knowledge of patient diagnoses and researching unfamiliar diagnoses.Selects and administers tests and measures.Additionally, synthesizes evaluation results to formulate the diagnosis, goals, prognosis and plan of care.Establishes treatment plan based on evaluation results, goals and best practice. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, patients and patient's support system. Assesses and re-assesses need for modifications to plan of care and goals.Identifies need for consultations and/or refers the patient to another health care professional or health care services. Initiates and completes discharge plan.Provides education/training to patient and/or patient support systemFunctional Training-This includes but is not limited to: ADLs/IADLs, therapeutic activities (e.g. transfers, bed mobility), rehabilitation equipment prescription and training and community reintegrationNeurological Interventions-This includes but is not limited to: handling techniques, neurodevelopmental training, seating and positioning, vision/perception, cognitive rehabilitation, neuromuscular re-education, spasticity management and behavioral managementOther- This may include, but is not limited to: cardiac medical monitoring and splintingMusculoskeletal Interventions-This includes but is not limited to: therapeutic exercise, joint mobilization and modalitiesProvide data, note writing using WEB PT EMR for all treatments providedOversee support staff of COTA, OT aidesAttends annual JAG PT Billing and Coding seminarPresent 1 facility level in- service annuallyPromotes JAG PT in the community through lectures/presentationDemonstrates respectful interactions with patients, colleagues, and othersOther duties as assigned
Important Disclaimer Notice:
The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment. What you'll love about us section is based on full time employment with the company and is not guaranteed based on employment type.