Occupational Therapist : Per Diem , HMC​/NMC

Job Description

Atlantic Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Per Diem Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Care team at both Hackettstown and Newton Medical Centers. The clinician in this role will work with adult and older adult patients presenting with a wide range of medical, surgical, orthopedic, and neurological conditions. This flexible per‑diem position is ideal for an experienced OT who enjoys fast‑paced clinical environments and values collaborative, patient‑centered care.

Join a team that values the people you serve. We have a culture‑first environment: recognized for our outstanding workplace culture and supportive leadership.

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for adult acute care patients, including assessment of functional mobility, ADLs, cognition, vision, and safety.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence‑based treatment plans to promote independence, recovery, and successful discharge planning.
• Deliver interventions focused on ADL retraining, functional mobility, cognitive/visual‑perceptual skills, therapeutic exercise, and caregiver education.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members, including PT, SLP, nursing, case management, and physicians.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, and discharge recommendations in accordance with professional standards and facility policies.

• Flexible and supportive scheduling
• A collaborative and experienced interdisciplinary rehab team
• Positive patient and team culture where you can learn and continue to expand your skills
• Opportunities to learn and grow within adult acute care practice

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program, required.
• Current NJ state licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start), required.
• Prior experience in acute care strongly preferred; comfort with medically complex adult patients.
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and time‑management skills.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan:
  Employer match, additional non‑elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On‑Site Childcare
• Well‑Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note:

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

Atlantic Rehabilitation offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, audiology, wound care management, and more, performed by highly trained staff across various specialties.