Occupational Therapist

Stern At Home Therapy; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance stipend

401(k) retirement plan

Student loan repayment support

Commuter support package

Quarterly wellness stipend

Continuing education support

Job summary

Stern At Home Therapy is looking for compassionate part-time Occupational Therapists to serve clients in Buffalo, NY. You will conduct evaluations and develop treatment plans, collaborating with a team to enhance client quality of life.

The ideal candidates possess a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, a current NYS license, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical stipend and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Current NYS Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
• NBCOT certification (OTR) required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community-based visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct OT services to clients in your assigned territory.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Part-Time Occupational Therapist — Buffalo, NY (2 Openings: North & South)

We are seeking two compassionate and skilled part-time Occupational Therapists to serve clients across the greater Buffalo area — one covering the North territory (North Buffalo, Tonawanda, Kenmore, and Amherst, etc) and one covering the South territory (South Buffalo, Lackawanna, West Seneca, and Hamburg, etc). Both roles focus on providing high‑quality, community‑based occupational therapy services to individuals of varying ages and needs, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life.

• Position Type: Part‑Time (approx. 20 hours/week).
• Location: Buffalo, NY (North and South territories).
• Schedule: Flexible; primarily weekdays during normal business hours.
• Compensation: Competitive per visit rate, commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct OT services to clients in your assigned territory.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Document all patient encounters, progress notes, and care plans in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Train and educate clients, caregivers, and family members in therapeutic techniques and adaptive strategies.
• Recommend and fit adaptive equipment and assistive technology as appropriate.
• Participate in care coordination meetings and case reviews.
• Maintain accurate records and submit timely billing documentation.
• Adhere to all state, federal, and organizational HIPAA policies.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program.
• Current NYS Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
• NBCOT certification (OTR) required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community‑based visits.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical OT experience (home health, community, or outpatient preferred).
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Familiarity with the Buffalo metro area communities.
• Specialty certifications (Hand Therapy, Driving Rehabilitation, Sensory Integration, etc.) are a plus.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus.

Compensation

• Per-visit rates.
• Elevated PRN rates.

Benefits built for clinicians

• Medical insurance stipend.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Student loan repayment support.
• Commuter support package.
• Quarterly wellness stipend.
• Continuing education support.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

To Apply

Please reach out to Yale Smith directly. 845-879-2467 [e-mail]