Occupational Therapist

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

TAG MedStaffing is hiring an Occupational Therapist in Brooklyn, NY to support pediatric therapy services in a school-based setting. This role collaborates with educators, families and staff to enhance participation and functional skills for students.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of pediatric experience, a NY OT license, and a degree in Occupational Therapy; strong communication and teamwork are essential. Compensation is $76,000 per year, with a Monday–Friday schedule and school hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active New York State OT license.
• 1–3 years pediatric/educational experience.
• Knowledge of school-based therapy and IEPs.
• Proficiency with clinical documentation and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluations to identify functional, developmental, and educational support needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve sensory processing, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and classroom participation.
• Contribute to the development of IEP goals, attend conferences, and provide recommendations to support student progress and educational access.
• Partner with teachers, therapists, families, and support staff to coordinate services and promote student success.
• Maintain accurate treatment records, progress reports, evaluations, attendance records, and required educational documentation.
• Provide guidance, training, and recommendations regarding therapeutic strategies, adaptive techniques, and functional skill development.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Education

OT degree (Bachelors/Masters)

Tools

Clinical documentation systems

Microsoft Office

Educational records platforms

Job description

Job Overview – Occupational Therapist
Compensation: $76,000/year
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

TAG MedStaffing is hiring an Occupational Therapist in Brooklyn, NY for our client, supporting pediatric occupational therapy services, sensory integration, fine motor development, and functional skill building within a school-based setting. This role will work closely with educators, therapists, families, and support staff to help students improve their ability to participate successfully in educational and daily living activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for working with children with developmental and learning needs.

Responsibilities as the Occupational Therapist:

• Student Evaluations: Conduct screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluations to identify functional, developmental, and educational support needs.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve sensory processing, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and classroom participation.
• IEP Support: Contribute to the development of IEP goals, attend conferences, and provide recommendations to support student progress and educational access.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with teachers, therapists, families, and support staff to coordinate services and promote student success.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate treatment records, progress reports, evaluations, attendance records, and required educational documentation.
• Family & Staff Education: Provide guidance, training, and recommendations regarding therapeutic strategies, adaptive techniques, and functional skill development.

Qualifications for the Occupational Therapist:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program is required.
• Licensure: Active New York State Occupational Therapist license is required.
• Experience:1–3 years of occupational therapy experience within pediatric, educational, developmental disability, or related healthcare settings is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of pediatric development, school-based therapy services, and student support strategies is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with clinical documentation systems, Microsoft Office applications, and educational record management platforms is required.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, adaptability, and organizational skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams are required.