Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate)
New Jersey Occupational Therapist license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Acute care hospital experience or strong acute rehabilitation experience
Active membership in a professional occupational therapy organization preferred
Ability to work full-time day shifts, including weekends and holidays
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients and create individualized treatment plans based on their functional needs
Provide occupational therapy interventions in an acute care hospital setting
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and adaptive equipment
Document evaluations, treatment plans, and patient progress according to standards
Assess patient progress and adjust treatment plans for optimal outcomes
Recommend adaptive equipment and discharge needs for safe transitions
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits
Retirement savings plan
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive work environment
Professional development resources
Full Job Description
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick
Department Name: Occupational Therapy
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $103,800.00 - $120,100.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Occupational Therapist - RWJBarnabas Health
A typical day for an Occupational Therapist may include:
Evaluates patients and develops individualized treatment plans based on functional needs and clinical presentation
Provides occupational therapy interventions to patients in the acute care hospital setting
Collaborates with physicians, nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
Educates patients and families on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and strategies to maximize independence
Documents evaluations, treatment plans, patient progress, and discharge recommendations in accordance with organizational standards
Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment plans to achieve optimal functional outcomes
Treats patients across a variety of clinical specialties including orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiac, critical care, trauma, general medicine, telemetry, emergency medicine, and pediatrics
Recommends appropriate adaptive equipment and discharge needs to support a safe transition of care
Maintains compliance with departmental policies, regulatory standards, and professional practice guidelines
Promotes a safe, patient-centered environment while delivering high-quality rehabilitative care
This role might be for you if:
Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
You enjoy helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life
Clinical judgment and attention to detail guide your patient care every day
You thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment with a diverse patient population
Collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams is central to your approach
You adapt your treatment strategies to meet each patient's unique functional goals
Continuous learning and delivering exceptional rehabilitative care motivate you
To be considered for this Occupational Therapist opportunity:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program at the baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate level required
New Jersey Occupational Therapist license required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
Acute care hospital experience or strong acute rehabilitation experience required
Active membership in a professional occupational therapy organization preferred
Ability to work a full-time day shift schedule, including weekend and holiday rotations
About RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, with hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and clinics throughout the state. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehabilitation hospital, a behavioral health center, and numerous other clinical facilities. RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families, and to advancing medical research and education.
