Occupational Therapist Per Diem

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Occupational Therapist 

Location: Ocean County

Schedule: Per Diem- $60 per hour.

At Kessler , we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every occupational therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a occupational therapist. 

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
• Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist (OT) :

• Performs clinical care management in specialty area of upper extremity and hand to promote growth of program services w/ interest in Hand Therapy, Neuro, Lymphedema, Cancer Rehab
• Possesses a highly specialized knowledge base and skills to facilitate patient treatment and staff development. 
• Effectively communicates on multiple levels. 
• Demonstrates active involvement in the community via education and marketing. 
• Promotes and develops services within the organization. 
• Assists with staff education through internal and external in-service education and mentorship programs. 

Qualifications

• Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred;
• Prior experience in Neuro and Orthopedics preferred.
• Interest in Hand Therapy 

Education and Experience Required:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy;
• Current and valid NJ state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Occupational Therapist
• AHA CPR/AED Certified

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans