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Job Description Location: Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as the Nurse Practitioner, Employee Health and Well-Being, under general supervision from the National Medical Director, Employee Health and in association with the Community Medical Director for resident health, provides high quality, efficient and cost-effective acute care, injury management, community outbreak management, new hire assessments, immunizations, screenings, and health and wellness education to Erickson employees in a specific community. Compensation: Commensurate with experience starting at $125,000 per year. $10,00 Sign On Bonus Available What we offer * A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values * Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options * PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law * 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match * Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age * Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members * Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones * Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones! . How you will make an impact * Conducting and continuously improving on Occupational Health Services including, but not limited to: new hire assessments, work-related vaccines, TB testing, DOT physicals, drug testing and worker’s compensation injury care, related case management, and database management such as OSHA logs. * Continuously improving upon Employee Health and Wellness Services offerings including, but not limited to: acute care for episodic illnesses such as infections, headaches, musculoskeletal complaints, allergies/asthma, etc. * Serves key role in the interdisciplinary community team for Infectious Disease Outbreak Management to manage employee isolation, quarantine, testing, and data related to employee exposure and illness during outbreaks * In partnership with community continuing care team collaborates to coordinate mass asymptomatic employee testing for COVID or other illness according to state or local regulatory guidance. Manages results and data entry for employee testing * Orders, interprets, and evaluates cost-effective diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs. * Refers patients as appropriate for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment, including physical therapy * Refers patients to appropriate other resources as needed (e.g. Employee Help Line). * Provides and interprets onsite cholesterol and glucose screening, blood pressure readings, weight and body mass index measurements, and vision screening. * Complete periodic preventive exams and screening test referrals for cancer and other preventable/treatable conditions for both female and male employees. * Lifestyle counseling to promote healthy personal behaviors and habits, including smoking cessation, weight management, diet, and physical activity, prevention and early identification of diseases such as hypertension/diabetes/obesity/osteoporosis, work, and home safety precautions, alcohol use, domestic violence, unintended pregnancies, and sexually transmitted diseases. * Provides chronic disease management to supplement the care provided to employees by their primary provider to better disease outcomes. * Provides medication reviews to encourage the use of cost-effective generic medications, monitor compliance, and avoid adverse drug interactions. * Screens for mental health conditions with appropriate referrals to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) or other mental professionals * Provides non-judgmental care for lower-income, uninsured employees, including seeking out lower-cost medical and diagnostic services in the external community for this population. * Maintain and hold confidential electronic medical records that include the appropriate level of billing codes, with oversight and feedback provided by the Erickson Health Medical Group. * Demonstrating and maintaining up-to-date primary and preventive care knowledge through continuing medical education and demonstrated through continued certification. * Demonstrating superior knowledge and medical management in subject areas such as healthy personal habits, cardiovascular health, smoking cessation, nutrition, cancer screening, common allergies, asthma, digestive health, adult immunizations, pain management for common ailments such as headaches, mental health, including depression/anxiety/stress, alcohol, and drug abuse, basic diabetes monitoring and management, common infectious diseases, STD prevention and screening, common musculoskeletal injuries/complaints such as back and neck pain/knee pain/sprains and strains/osteoarthritis, minor burns, osteoporosis prevention and management, menses and menopausal symptoms, breast health, men’s health including prostate and testicular health, common rashes, and common eye complaints and recognition of ocular emergencies, etc. * Increasing employee utilization of health and wellness services, demonstrating improved employee health measures and satisfaction with clinical services and the Health Matters comprehensive health and wellness benefit. * Developing a collaborative relationship with the community’s Infection Control Officer to improve vaccination rates, including influenza vaccine, and co-lead community health and wellness initiatives. * Assisting the Benefits department in other aspects of the wellness program, including developing and delivering onsite health and wellness education sessions for groups of employees. * Maintaining departmental budget * Ensuring patient safety in the performance of clinical care and through participation in other employee health and safety initiatives. * Implementing and monitoring policies, procedures, and standards consistently in the performance of assigned duties * Identifying possible risks in processes, procedures, or devices and immediately communicates these to the Medical Director, Employee Health * Performing related duties as required, including onsite labs and blood draw. * Performing medical clearance and fit testing for community employees under OSHA compliant respiratory protection program. * Maintaining records and data for a respiratory protection program What you will need * Training and current certification as an NP is required. * Must have professional maturity and the ability to develop a cohesive, employee-focused center of excellence for employee health and wellness. * Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience is required, preferably in occupational health or primary care setting. Previous experience with electronic medical records is preferred. * Minimum of 2 years of staff management, including delegating, developing, coaching, and motivating employees is required. * Must have strong interpersonal skills to ensure excellent working relationships with community leaders, other clinical personnel, and employees up, down, and across the organization. * Knowledge of FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, ADA, and OSHA is highly preferred. * Knowledge of computer-based medical records management systems is preferred. * Current licensure in the state where working is required * CPR certified. The employee must maintain current certification. * Phlebotomy skills. * For Continuing Care rotation; must complete regulatory online Health Stream courses and attend the orientation for understanding the Person Centered Approach to care. Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description. Cedar Crest is a beautiful 130-acre continuing care retirement community in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Cedar Crest helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow. Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Description Location: Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as an Occupational Therapist to join our team and provide personalized care to our residents. With all residents living on campus, you'll have the opportunity to support them throughout their continuum of care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring their individual needs are met. This is a Per Diem Role Compensation: $55/HR What we offer • A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values, • Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options, • PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law, • 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match, • Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age, • Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members, • Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones How you will make an impact • Providing a holistic approach, supporting the residents' physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs, • Implementing residents’ personal care plans, focusing on residents’ strengths, preferences, and preferred routines, while providing a sense of comfort, companionship, and belonging., • Minimum 1 years’ experience in working with the older adult population related to the therapies is preferred., • Current CPR Certification. Cedar Crest is a beautiful 130-acre continuing care retirement community in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Cedar Crest helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow. Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Description Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an Occupational Therapist. Job Duties Assessment, treatment, and patient care responsibilities are delivered with knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Evaluates dysfunction and disability and plans occupational therapy programs designed to assist patients with regain physical or mental health functioning or to adjust to their limitations. Teaches patients the skills and techniques required for participation in activities, and evaluates patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to their rehabilitative potential. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate activity program consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. Designs and fits adaptive devices such as splints and braces for patient use. Uses appropriate behavioral management techniques when interacting with patients. Provides appropriate individual patient interventions during group activities and in the unit milieu. Follows hospital-wide and Rehabilitation Department policies and procedures. Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. Communicates effectively with the treatment team members regarding patient’s needs, requests and observed behaviors. Participates in treatment planning and provides for the integration of occupational therapy into the patient’s treatment plan. Documents patient’s actions, behaviors, symptoms, significant verbal and non-verbal communication, and progress towards treatment goals in a prescribed format in the patient’s medical record as determined by policies and procedures. Other Duties Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy Identifies problems and contributes to unit and department problem-solving processes. Participates in unit committees and in Performance Improvement activities, as assigned. Attends scheduled staff meetings and maintains communication with staff. Provides in-service training to other staff. Enhances professional growth by attending in-services and educational programs. Write protocols for groups according to determined criteria. Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization. Position Qualifications HeartSaver/CPR Certification required. Experience Clinical experience in the specific treatment area of interest is preferred. Skills Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position Education Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy. Licensed in New Jersey as an Occupational Therapist. Job Setting/Physical Demands Acute hospital – medical or behavioral health, OPD clinic. Treatment rooms and patient care areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff. Occasional prolonged standing/walking. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Manual dexterity and mobility. Salary commensurate with experience within posted range. $48.46 TO $67.00 Per Hour PLUS 10% Evening, 12% Nights, $2.25 Weekends Differential We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development. Company DescriptionBergen New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation. A safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017, provides high-quality comprehensive services including long term care, behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment, and acute care to the greater Bergen County community. The medical center, including its Long Term Care Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. With 323 behavioral health beds and 84 medical detox beds, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is one of the largest medical facilities providing a continuum of care for those in need of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment. Please apply on our website: New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is a 1,070 bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. Founded in 1916 to treat patients with contagious diseases, the medical center has grown to become both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth-largest publicly-owned hospital in the nation. \r\n\r\nA safety net facility, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, renamed in October 2017, provides high-quality comprehensive services including long term care, behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment, and acute care to the greater Bergen County community. The medical center, including its Long Term Care Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. With 323 behavioral health beds and 84 medical detox beds, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is one of the largest medical facilities providing a continuum of care for those in need of behavioral health and/or substance abuse treatment.\r\n\r\nPlease apply on our website:

Job DescriptionDescription: Ignite Rehab, operating as part of Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy, is a multidisciplinary therapy provider offering Physical and Occupational Therapy services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible. We are seeking a motivated and passionate Part Time Physical Therapist to join our team of caring professionals in Essex County, NJ. If you are a Physical Therapist ready to take the next step forward in your career, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team! Job Type: Part Time, 20 visits per week Pay: $50,000-$55,000 annually What We Offer! • Tuition Reimbursement Program, • 4 Week of PTO, including vacation, holidays and mental health days, • $1,000 towards Continuing Education & Professional Development, • Unlimited online CEUs through our partnership with MedBridge Education, • New York’s 529 College Savings Program, • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Pet, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401K + Company match, • Free Gym Membership to any of our fitness centers, • Longstanding Success, • Outstanding Work Culture, • Opportunities for growth, • Professional, supportive and fun work environment fostered by a team of well-respected and well-liked clinicians who take pride in the challenges of meaningful work, • A highly competitive industry salary and strong benefits package, • Focus on Patient Care - Quick EMR (No Oasis required), • We offer Flexibility and Autonomy - see patients any 7 days of the week, • Preference given to see patients in your primary geographic areaRequirements:, • Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance., • Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs which provide skilled therapy to patients to restore overall function and independence in the home setting., • Develop a plan of care/goals in consultation with the physician, family and patient., • Timely and accurate documentation of visit, • Physical Therapist Program Graduate., • New Jersey Physical Therapist License or eligible., • Evaluates a patient's need for physical therapy and develops an appropriate treatment plan., • Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care., • Instructs family members, PTA's, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques.