Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

**$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time OTs Only**

Full-Time or Per Diem | Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset & Union Counties, NJ

Help Patients Regain Independence, One Home Visit at a Time.

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide one-on-one home health visits to adult and geriatric patients throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, and Union Counties.

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping patients safely regain independence in the comfort of their own homes. You'll collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary team while enjoying the flexibility, autonomy, and support that BAYADA is known for.

Why Join BAYADA?

At BAYADA, our mission is to help people live safely at home with comfort, independence, and dignity. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to providing the support and resources needed to help you thrive.

What We Offer

Flexible Full-Time and Per Diem opportunities

Competitive per-visit compensation

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) with company match

One-on-one patient care in the home

Ongoing education, training, and scholarship opportunities

Structured career advancement pathways

Recognition programs and employee referral bonuses

Comprehensive infection prevention protocols and PPE support

Collaborative, supportive clinical team committed to your success

Responsibilities

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will:

Provide occupational therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in their homes

Complete comprehensive evaluations of patients' functional abilities, including:

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)

Strength, endurance, coordination, balance, and mobility

Cognitive, psychological, sensory, and motor function

Develop individualized treatment plans designed to maximize independence and safety

Assess home environments and recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications

Implement therapeutic interventions that improve function and quality of life

Collaborate with nursing and the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care

Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapeutic techniques, home safety, and strategies to promote independence

Reassess patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate

Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation using an EMR system

Qualifications

Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the State of New Jersey

Minimum of one year of recent Occupational Therapy experience

Home Health experience preferred, but not required

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities

Comfortable using electronic medical records (EMR)

Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team

Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, and Union Counties

Additional Information

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation:

Full-Time

$70.00–$75.00 per point ($109,200- $117,000 annual earning potential)

Per Diem

$75.00–$80.00 per point

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time OTs Only

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can build meaningful relationships with patients, enjoy flexibility, and help individuals maintain independence in their own homes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover the BAYADA difference.

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here .

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.