Valley Health System
Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation, Per Diem, Day
Valley Health System, Paramus, New Jersey, us, 07653
Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation, Per Diem, Day
Position Summary
To evaluate and treat patients in a variety of age groups with physical disabilities, injuries, and diseases utilizing techniques which incorporate functional activities, exercise, physical modalities, splinting, perceptual and cognitive training, and activities of daily living and work simulation.
Education Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association with a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Experience At least 1 year of experience in an acute care hospital, nursing home, school situation, or rehabilitation facility in the field of occupational therapy. Home care experience preferred.
Skills
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified and re-certified.
NJ Licensure, March 2000.
Current and valid CPR Certification.
Keyboard skills.
Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details.
Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills.
Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job‑related responsibilities.
Ability to communicate and interact with the health‑system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members.
Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs.
Driver's License Requirement Driver’s License – current and valid driver’s license, registration, inspection sticker and appropriate level of insurance coverage required, including collision. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 108 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job.
Job Location Kraft Center
Shift Day (United States of America)
Benefits
Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
Salary Pay Range: $42.30 - $52.88 (per hour)
EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Per Diem
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Education Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association with a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Experience At least 1 year of experience in an acute care hospital, nursing home, school situation, or rehabilitation facility in the field of occupational therapy. Home care experience preferred.
Skills
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified and re-certified.
NJ Licensure, March 2000.
Current and valid CPR Certification.
Keyboard skills.
Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details.
Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills.
Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job‑related responsibilities.
Ability to communicate and interact with the health‑system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members.
Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs.
Driver's License Requirement Driver’s License – current and valid driver’s license, registration, inspection sticker and appropriate level of insurance coverage required, including collision. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 108 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job.
Job Location Kraft Center
Shift Day (United States of America)
Benefits
Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
Salary Pay Range: $42.30 - $52.88 (per hour)
EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Per Diem
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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