Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Join Our Multidisciplinary Healthcare Team

NYMVCare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our growing multidisciplinary healthcare team. This is an opportunity to provide meaningful, patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment while helping patients improve functional independence, participate more fully in daily activities, and achieve a better quality of life.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

• Multidisciplinary collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals

• Patient-centered clinical environment

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients with a variety of functional, physical, and activity-related needs. The OT will develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, educate patients and caregivers, and monitor progress to support improved independence and functional outcomes.

The ideal candidate is clinically knowledgeable, compassionate, organized, and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to identify functional limitations, strengths, and individual treatment needs.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient goals, clinical findings, and evidence-based practice.

• Provide therapeutic interventions designed to improve functional abilities, independence, mobility, coordination, strength, and participation in daily activities, as appropriate.

• Educate patients and caregivers regarding therapeutic exercises, home programs, adaptive techniques, safety strategies, and assistive equipment.

• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical response and functional outcomes.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and organizational requirements.

• Communicate effectively with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary care team regarding patient status, treatment plans, and progress.

• Participate in case discussions, team meetings, and other clinical activities that support coordinated patient care.

• Maintain current knowledge of occupational therapy best practices, clinical guidelines, and applicable regulations.

• Provide professional, respectful, and compassionate care that reflects the needs and goals of each patient.

Qualifications

• Current and active New York State Occupational Therapy license.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

• Strong clinical assessment, treatment-planning, and documentation skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional excellence.

• New York State OT licensure and all required credentials must be maintained in good standing.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is:

• Compassionate and patient-focused

• Clinically confident and detail-oriented

• Dependable and professional

• A strong communicator and team player

• Committed to helping patients achieve meaningful functional outcomes

Apply Today

Join NYMVCare and become part of a healthcare team committed to delivering high-quality, coordinated care and improving the lives of the patients we serve.