Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health

6 days ago

New Jersey$58.70 HourlyPer Diem / PRNPediatrics

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Occupational Therapist – Per Diem – Pediatric Experience in New Jersey. Overview Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

A day in the life of an Occupational Therapist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: 1.

Committee Representative: Participates on committees as requested by the supervisor.

Customer Service: Delivers the highest level of service to all residents, families and visitors.

Delivery of Care: Models and maintains a safe environment in which to deliver services and employs correct body mechanics during activities.

Requirements

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school.

Demonstrates the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.

Strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of patients and their caregivers.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $58.70/hr

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Per Diem position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Occupational Therapist – Per Diem – Pediatric Experience.

Key Skills

Occupational therapyPatient evaluationTreatment planningActivities of daily livingFine motor skillsCognitive functioningInterdisciplinary collaborationPediatric experienceDME assessmentDocumentation compliancePatient educationBLS certificationMicrosoft OfficeGoogle Suite

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Position Insights

Pediatrics — Psychologist Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Hackensack Meridian Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

This position also offers production-based compensation: $58000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in New Jersey.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Occupational therapy, Patient evaluation, Treatment planning, Activities of daily living, Fine motor skills, Cognitive functioning, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Pediatric experience. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements goal-oriented treatment programs to restore patient function and independence. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide education to patients and their families.

Benefits package: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid leave, Tuition reimbursement, Retirement benefits. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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