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FOX Rehabilitation
Bayonne, New Jersey

Occupational Therapist (PRN) - Edison, NJ

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

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$70k-$95k

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist – Edison, NJ

FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Edison, NJ and we’re looking for passionate, licensed Occupational Therapists who want to deliver exceptional one-on-one care to older adults right where they live. Whether treating in private residences or within Senior Living Communities, you’ll help patients improve mobility, independence, and quality of life through our signature Geriatric House Calls™ model.

This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who value autonomy, flexibility, and truly meaningful patient outcomes, while enjoying the freedom to create and manage your own treatment schedule and build strong, lasting patient relationships.

FOX clinicians may also incorporate telehealth and other forms of virtual care into their schedules, allowing for greater flexibility, improved continuity of care, and the ability to support more patients.

If you're searching for a high-impact OT role that allows you to positively impact the lives of the communities we serve, FOX is the right fit for you!

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one Occupational therapy to older adults wherever they call home (Private residences, Senior Living Communities, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care)

  • Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and deliver evidence-based treatment
  • Deliver therapy sessions that support patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence
  • Document effectively within FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists
  • Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place
  • Provide telehealth / virtual care when appropriate to extend access and flexibility

Why Join FOX Rehabilitation?

FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. You’ll be supported by leaders who understand clinical work, because they’ve lived it.

Why clinicians love working with FOX

  • A one-on-one care model that allows you to truly connect with each patient
  • Opportunities to practice in both in-home and senior living community settings
  • Optional telehealth / virtual care components that expand flexibility and access
  • The ability to create, control, and adjust your own treatment schedule
  • A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists)
  • Work within a community-based practice that supports independence, wellness, and longevity
  • A culture that invests in your growth and values clinician-driven decision-making
  • Employment Types Available
  • FOX offers multiple pathways to match your lifestyle and career goals:
  • Full-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits)

Part-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits eligibility based on minimum hours requirement)

PRN / FOX Flex Occupational Therapist – Home & Community Visits (pay per unit compensation)

New Graduates eligible for FOX’s nationally recognized Emerging Professionals Mentor Program

Ways to Earn More with FOX

Beyond base compensation, our clinicians have real opportunities to develop professionally and increase their income:

Refer a friend — earn employee referral bonuses for growing our clinical team

Refer a patient — wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist

Teach the next generation — earn more while you shape the future serving as a Clinical Instructor

Mentor rising talent — guide new grads and emerging professionals as they launch their careers

Manage more patients — earn additional pay by supervising PTA/OTAs and expanding the care you're able to provide

Go above and beyond — earn additional pay for patient care above bi-weekly quota

Share your expertise — get compensated for writing blog articles or creating viral social content

Compensation & Benefits

FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Unlimited continuing education access
  • Professional certification reimbursement
  • Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
  • Access to advanced technology and tools (including virtual care resources)
  • Supportive, clinician driven culture

Qualifications

  • Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain
  • Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Basic computer and EMR proficiency
  • Current CPR certification

Physical Requirements

FOX clinicians must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:

Exerting medium physical effort, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly

Performing CPR

Providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility

Repositioning patients, standing/walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities

Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model

Wearing PPE when required

Apply Today

Join FOX Rehabilitation as a Occupational Therapist providing in-home, senior living, and virtual care to older adults across LOCATION, STATE, and surrounding communities. You’ll help people improve mobility, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.

Contact FOX Now!

Julia Wright,

Clinical Career Specialist

julia.wright@foxrehab.org

804-305-1831

You can also text FOX to 609-853-5114 to learn more!

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FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

In New Jersey, the standard base pay range for a Full-Time role is $70,000 - $95,000 annually with an opportunity to earn more. Part-Time and FOX Flex (PRN) will be pro-rated.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Geriatric carePatient evaluationTreatment planningEvidence-based practiceElectronic medical recordsPatient educationInterdisciplinary collaborationMobility assessmentFunctional independence training

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New Jersey, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (83 salary observations; 224 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (2,373 salary observations; 11,272 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 49 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 65% have no call, 71% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $76k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Bayonne

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$586k
Typical market rent
$2,401/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About FOX Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
Cherry Hill, NJ
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Unlimited continuing education access
Professional certification reimbursement
Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
Access to advanced technology and tools
Employee referral bonuses
Wellness referral incentives