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Occupational Therapist

Location
Fort Lee, NJ
Work type
Full Time
Posted
2026-07-20

Job description

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 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

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

In addition to base compensation, clinicians have access to multiple earning opportunities, including:

Employee referral bonuses

Wellness referral incentives

Opportunities to mentor students and emerging professionals

Additional pay for working above bi-weekly quota

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

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