Occupational Therapist (OTR) — Skilled Nursing

Theradynamics • New Rochelle, NY

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About The Position

TheraDynamics is hiring an Occupational Therapist to work in a skilled nursing facility setting. The role helps patients recovering from strokes, hip fractures, cardiac events, and progressive neurological conditions regain independence and return to meaningful activities. The therapist designs functional interventions addressing activities of daily living, cognitive retraining, and upper-extremity rehabilitation, and contributes to safe discharge planning. The role includes comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment planning, and coordinated care with other disciplines. The employer states that clinical reasoning is valued and productivity expectations are realistic.

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current or eligibility for a New York State occupational therapy license.
• NBCOT certification or eligibility.
• Passion for helping patients regain independence.
• Strong clinical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence.
• Design functional interventions addressing activities of daily living, cognitive retraining, and upper-extremity rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work to coordinate patient care.
• Address self-care skills, cognitive and perceptual deficits, home safety, and adaptive equipment needs.
• Provide caregiver training.
• Contribute to safe discharge planning.

Benefits

• Five weeks of paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Unlimited free continuing education units through the Medbridge online learning platform.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Referral bonus program.
• H-1B visa sponsorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level