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Reliant Rehabilitation
Monmouth Junction, New Jersey

Occupational Therapist Senior Living

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$48/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 24m ago · Verified live

Job description

Overview
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*This role is based in an Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care setting.
Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation?
Joining Reliant means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of patients and residents across a variety of care communities. As one of the nation’s largest contract therapy providers, Reliant offers unmatched clinical support, professional development, and growth opportunities.
Our leadership team began their careers as therapists, and we take pride in promoting from within. You’ll be supported by a dedicated clinical team that provides ongoing training, proven protocols, and hands-on guidance — ensuring therapy is delivered effectively for patients and in full compliance to support our partners. With operations in 44 states and more than 900 communities nationwide, Reliant can match your location, schedule, and career goals, wherever your path leads.
What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
  • Maternity and Paternity support program
  • Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
  • Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Enhance patients’ functional abilities through direct provision, oversight, and coordination of occupational therapy services.
  • Provide clinical supervision and consultation to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).
  • Supervise COTAs and Rehab Technicians during individual and group therapy sessions, ensuring effective resource utilization and skill development in accordance with State Practice Acts, OBRA, and company policies.
  • Contribute to the growth and sustainability of a strong occupational therapy program.
  • Advance clinical and professional competencies through collaboration, self-directed learning, and continuing education.
  • Maintain a valid state license and stay informed on developments in occupational therapy and healthcare.
  • Apply knowledge of relevant billing models and treatment guidelines to deliver care that meets clinical standards and achieves appropriate goals and outcomes.
  • Adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols within the facility.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation
  • Graduated from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program
  • Holds a current and valid state license to practice as an Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient screeningEvaluationTreatment planningDischarge planningCase management

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 78% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

In New Jersey, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (132 salary observations; 194 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,041 salary observations; 11,909 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs · 14 employers

10
<$105k
7
$105k-120k
0
$120k-135k
2
$135k-150k
3
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
55% this job
Sign-on bonus
41%
Loan repayment
9% this job
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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21st Century Home Health Services · Grass Valley, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist

Amedisys · Hayward, California

$129k–$160k
#3

Occupational Therapist (OT)

$130k-$150k
#4

Occupational Therapist, Home Health, Southern PG County

$130k–$148k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

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About Reliant Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
Plano, Texas
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation packages
Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
Maternity and Paternity support program
Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
Flexible scheduling options