Per Diem Occupational Therapist (Acute Care) | NYP-CUIMC | Day Shift 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of work experience in a hospital acute care setting. The ideal candidate will join a team of MDs, RNs, PTs, SLPs, TR, and SW with a strong interdisciplinary approach to treat a caseload of predominantly orthopedics, neurology/neurosurgery, medicine, cardiac, and oncology areas within the Milstein building. In this role, the Occupational Therapist will evaluate, plan, and provide treatment programs for patients whose injury, disease, or loss of body part interferes with daily functioning. Provide skilled intervention using a variety of techniques that are appropriate for achieving the identified goals. You'll have the opportunity to work in adult acute care. Work with a dynamic, experienced staff, caring for a diverse population. The shift for this per diem position is 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., for weekdays with the possibility of occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
New York State Occupational Therapy License.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Minimum of two years of hospital-based acute care experience as a practicing Occupational Therapist.
Demonstrates competency in clinical skills consistent with the level of education, training, and experience.
Must live within a commutable distance to NYP.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT).
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification.
AOTA Membership.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, plan, and provide treatment programs for patients whose injury, disease, or loss of body part interferes with daily functioning.
Provide skilled intervention using a variety of techniques that are appropriate for achieving the identified goals.
Work in adult acute care.
Care for a diverse population.