Occupational Therapist (OT)

Always Compassionate Home Care; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Per Diem Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Professional Independence

Meaningful Work

Supportive Team

Job summary

Always Compassionate Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Suffolk County team on a per diem basis. The role offers independent contractor status and a collaborative healthcare environment on Long Island.

The OT will perform comprehensive evaluations, plan individualized treatments, fabricate splints, and coordinate with physicians to restore function and daily living skills for upper extremity patients.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Occupational Therapist license required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy; master's degree preferred.
• Strong clinical experience in upper extremity rehabilitation and orthopedic conditions.
• Proficiency in custom splint fabrication and orthotic management.
• Minimum of 1 year OT experience preferred; excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive OT evaluations for upper extremity orthopedic conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide interventions to improve strength, ROM, mobility, coordination, and ADLs.
• Design, fabricate, and fit splints and orthotics.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans; educate patients on exercises and home programs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and coordinate with physicians.

Skills

NY OT license

Upper extremity rehab

Orthopedic conditions

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in OT

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Splint fabrication

Orthotic management

Job description

Position Overview

Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing team in Suffolk County, Long Island.

Location: Suffolk County, Long Island, NY

Position Type: Per Diem

Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for patients with post‑surgical and non‑surgical orthopedic conditions affecting the upper extremities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and functional goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, range of motion, mobility, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Design, fabricate, and fit custom splints and orthotics for post‑surgical recovery and non‑operative injuries.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Educate patients on therapeutic exercises, home programs, splint use, and injury prevention.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active New York State Occupational Therapist license required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program; master’s degree preferred.
• Strong clinical experience in upper extremity rehabilitation and orthopedic conditions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in custom splint fabrication and orthotic management.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred. Candidates eligible for CHT certification and planning to pursue the examination are encouraged to apply.
• Minimum of one year of Occupational Therapy experience preferred.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and patient‑care skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Additional relevant clinical certifications are a plus.

Why Work with Always Compassionate Health?

• Flexible Per Diem Opportunities: Enjoy scheduling flexibility.
• Competitive Compensation: Pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Professional Independence: Apply your clinical knowledge and expertise in patient‑centered care.
• Meaningful Work: Help patients regain function, confidence, and independence.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside professionals who value quality care and clinical excellence.

Contact

Lesly Sanchez
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Equal Employment Opportunity

Always Compassionate Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.