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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)·Chester, New Jersey

$59 - $59/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement customized treatment plans for individuals with brain, spinal cord, and neurological injuries. They are responsible for directing discipline-specific therapy services and educating patients and families to facilitate a return to community activities.

Overview Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Position

  • Occupational
  • Therapist (OT)Location: 201
  • Pleasant
  • Hill
  • Road,
  • Chester
  • NJ 07930Schedule:
  • Per
  • Diem (PRN) 8am - 4:30pm
  • Weekdays and
  • Weekends
  • Compensation: $59/hr + Shift Differential Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
  • We support your career growth and personal well-being:
  • Start
  • Strong: Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Invest in
  • Your
  • Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
  • Opportunity for
  • Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
  • Your
  • Impact
  • Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

As an OT, you will evaluate all assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify a treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s needs and physician direction. Responsible for the delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities. Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers, and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services, and design of program delivery. Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs. Participate in discharge planning, including placement, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment

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Hiring organization

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)

For over 75 years, Kessler Institute has been a national leader in rehabilitation medicine. Today, as one of the nation's largest rehabilitation hospitals, we continue to lead this field — providing the highly specialized care, advanced treatment and innovative technologies that...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Qualifications

Minimum Requirements Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Certified BLS Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current state licensure or be eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist. A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Discharge Planning
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Adaptive Equipment Knowledge
  • Functional Treatment Design

Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Orientation Program

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$59 - $59/hr
Location
Chester, New Jersey
Posted
May 22, 2026
Closes
May 22, 2027
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