Clinical Specialist OT in Flemington, New Jersey at Hunterdon Health Care System

Clinical Specialist OT

Position Summary

To administer Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments according to established standard of Occupational Therapy, physician’s referral, and Occupational Therapy plan of care. Provide supervision to staff therapists and support staff.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Evaluates all patients, identifying the patient's primary problems and develops a treatment plan.

2. Performs and modifies/updates patient treatment programs to maximize patient outcomes.

3. Documents information to assure continuity of care and maximize reimbursement.

4. Maintains schedule to attain productivity standards.

5. Monitors daily performance of staff.

6. Provides supervision to OT, OT students, various levels of supportive personnel and volunteers.

Work Contact Group (Internal/External)

Patients, physicians, families, visitors, public, and frequent contact with employees of other departments.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to (position):

Director of Physical/Occupational Therapy

Supervises (position(s):

Occupational Therapist; OT Students; Patient Service Representative – PSR; Volunteers

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Preferred:

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

2 years experience

Preferred:

None

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

Current NJ State Occupational Therapy License, CHT Certification

Preferred:

Certified Hand Therapist

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Excellent customer service skills, written and verbal communications skills

Preferred:

Knowledge gained from 5 or more years of experience as an OT

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).