Occupational Therapist- Mercer Home Health PER DIEM
How this pay compares
This posting states $71–$80 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in New Jersey post a median of $77.24 an hour, the middle half $57–$78, across 78 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in New Jersey earn a median of $49.72 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Mercer Home Health Care , a leading provider of skilled home healthcare service throughout Mercer County, is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist in a per diem capacity to join our team. The Occupational Therapist will interact with the entire home care team and is responsible for patient oversight and direct patient care in Mercer County only.
The ideal candidate must have a current NJ OT License; a minimum of 1 years home healthcare or equivalent experience, excellent clinical, communication and organizational skills.
This position does not have benefits.
Interested and qualified candidates may submit Resume via e-mail to dgiarratano @mercerhomehealth.com or fax to the attention of Donna Giarratano RN 609-227-2727 ext 304
Job Requirements
- Must have a current NJ OT License
- Excellent clinical skills
- Knowledge of current clinical practices
- Must have exceptional communication and organizational skills
- Available for weekday and weekend assignments
From Ocean Healthcare's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Ocean Healthcare operates 11 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, caregivers and nursing assistants. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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