Occupational Therapist (OT) - Per Diem

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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Per Diem

Step into the compassionate world of NewYork-Presbyterian, where patients turn to for occupational therapy of the highest caliber. As part of our tight-knit team, you’ll have the opportunity to help patients gain functional independence and live fulfilling lives, while continuously moving forward in your career.

Evaluate, plan and provide occupational therapy treatment programs for patients whose injury, disease, or loss of body part interferes with daily functioning. Provide skilled intervention using varieties of techniques that are appropriate to achieve identified goals. In this role you will provide coverage to both the inpatient and outpatient population.

In this Per Diem role, you will primarily assist with inpatient care on weekends, holidays, and PTO coverage.

Preferred Criteria

• Acute care hospital experience

• Master’s Degree

• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification

• AOTA Membership

Required Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

• New York State Occupational Therapist License within one year of hire, or NYS Limited Permit if applicable 

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

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It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.