Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nassau

Occupational Therapist (OT) Nassau

Employer: Always Compassionate Health Location: Nassau County, Long Island, NY Position Type: Per Diem Employment Classification: 1099 Independent Contractor

Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-centered Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide specialized upper extremity rehabilitation services throughout Nassau County, Long Island.

This opportunity is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with a strong background in orthopedic rehabilitation, post-operative care, and custom splint and orthosis fabrication. We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about helping patients regain function, restore independence, and achieve meaningful improvements in their daily lives.

Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualized care that prioritizes each patient's unique needs and rehabilitation goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for patients with surgical and non-surgical orthopedic conditions affecting the upper extremities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessments, patient needs, and functional goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, range of motion, coordination, dexterity, and functional performance.
• Fabricate, fit, and modify custom splints and orthoses for post-operative recovery and non-surgical orthopedic management.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess functional outcomes, and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Educate patients on therapeutic exercises, joint protection strategies, adaptive techniques, splint management, and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and applicable regulations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Active New York State Occupational Therapist license required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program; a master's degree is preferred.
• Strong clinical experience in upper extremity rehabilitation, orthopedic occupational therapy, and post-operative care.
• Demonstrated proficiency in custom splint fabrication, orthotic fitting, and splint modification.
• At least one year of occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and intend to pursue CHT certification are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Additional relevant clinical certifications are a plus.

Why Join Always Compassionate Health?

• Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and clinical expertise.
• Flexible per diem scheduling.
• A supportive, collaborative healthcare environment.
• The opportunity to apply specialized clinical skills and make a meaningful difference in patients' recovery.
• A commitment to compassionate, individualized, patient-centered care.

Occupational Therapists with a passion for upper extremity rehabilitation, orthopedic care, and custom splinting are encouraged to inquire about this opportunity.

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