Occupational Therapist at Bayada

<div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Container"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Text"> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 20.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health Visits</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Full-Time</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Essex County, NJ</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Flexible Schedule | Competitive Pay | Adult &amp; Geriatric Population</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced <span style="font-weight: bold;">Occupational Therapist (OT)</span> to join our Essex County Visits team based in Livingston, NJ. This full-time opportunity offers the flexibility to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle while providing one-on-one care to <strong>adult and geriatric clients </strong>throughout <strong>Essex County.</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life by delivering individualized therapy in the comfort of their homes. You'll collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Why You'll Love This Opportunity:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Flexible full-time scheduling</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">One-on-one patient care</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Manageable geographic territories</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Competitive per-visit compensation</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Weekly pay and direct deposit</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Supportive clinical leadership and mentorship</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Career growth and advancement opportunities</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Scholarship and continuing education programs</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Collaborative team environment built on compassion, excellence, and reliability</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Responsibilities:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Provide skilled occupational therapy services through home visits within designated territories.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients' functional abilities, including strength, endurance, coordination, cognition, communication, and activities of daily living (ADLs and IADLs).</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence, safety, and functional outcomes.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Assess home environments for safety concerns and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment to support independent living.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Identify and recommend assistive devices and environmental adaptations to improve patient function and quality of life.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapeutic techniques and strategies to promote safety and independence.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Continuously assess patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Accurately document evaluations, interventions, and patient progress using electronic medical records and tablet technology.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Qualifications:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Current New Jersey Occupational Therapist (OT) license.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Minimum of one year of recent Occupational Therapy experience.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Prior home health experience preferred but not required.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Strong assessment, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Why BAYADA?</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">At BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to helping our clinicians build rewarding careers while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and their families.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We offer:</p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Weekly pay and direct deposit</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Mileage reimbursement</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">401(k) with company match</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Scholarship and professional development opportunities</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">One-on-one training and mentorship</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Recognition and referral bonus programs</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Specialized career advancement tracks</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">A supportive team culture that values compassion, excellence, and reliability</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">At BAYADA, you'll have the opportunity to provide exceptional one-on-one care while enjoying the flexibility and independence that make home health such a rewarding career.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Additional Information:</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation:</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">$75.00-$80.00 per point ($117,000-$124,800 annual earning potential)</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Apply today for immediate consideration and discover why BAYADA is a leader in home health care.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> </div> </div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span style="color: black;">As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.</span></strong></p> <p>BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in <a href="https://www.bayada.com/50">here</a>.</p> <p>BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. &nbsp;Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.</p></div>