Occupational Therapist- Inpatient Per Diem

Wyckoff Heights Medical Center

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, a designated Primary Stroke Center, is seeking a
motivated and clinically strong Occupational Therapist to support and help grow
our neuro-rehabilitation services. This role is ideal for an OT with a passion
for stroke care, neurological recovery, and interdisciplinary collaboration in
an acute care hospital setting.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• This position requires a Master degree, OTR.
• Current New York State Occupational Therapy license (or eligibility).
• NBCOT certification.
• Experience or strong interest in acute care and/or neuro rehabilitation, particularly stroke.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within an interdisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a Primary Stroke Center or acute care hospital.
• Neuro-focused clinical experience (stroke, TBI, neurological disorders).
• Interest in program development, quality improvement, and service growth.
• Flexibility to support variable schedules as needed (per diem role).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for acute care patients, with a focus on stroke, neuro, and medically complex cases
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy interventions addressing: ADLs and IADLs. Upper extremity function. Cognitive, perceptual, and visual deficits. Neuro re-education and functional recovery.
• Collaborate closely with Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Nursing, Physicians, and Case Management to support coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Participate in discharge planning, including recommendations for post-acute services and durable medical equipment.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in compliance with hospital, state, and payer requirements.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development and growth of a high-quality neuro OT program.
• Adhere to all regulatory, accreditation, and hospital standards, including Joint Commission requirements.
• Maintain patient safety and professional standards in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Benefits

• Primary Stroke Center serving a diverse Brooklyn community.
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Opportunity to help shape and grow neuro rehabilitation services.
• Academic and teaching hospital environment.
• Leadership committed to quality, safety, and patient-centered care.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level