Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange)·West Orange, New Jersey
The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement customized treatment plans focused on returning patients to community activities. They are also responsible for educating patients and families while coordinating discipline-specific therapy services.
As an OT, you will evaluate all assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans 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
Minimum Requirements Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Certified BLS Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must hold a current state license or be eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.
Market context
New Jersey continues to show steady demand for allied health professionals in imaging and cardiac care settings, especially for nuclear medicine roles that support diagnostic testing and patient throughput. These positions are competitive because employers often require a relevant degree, recent nuclear medicine and cardiology experience, ARRT or CNMT certification, a New Jersey State Radiology License, and CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and recent experience match the posting before applying.
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