Occupational Therapist-PD

Catholic Health; Village of Port Jefferson (NY); On-site; USD 60,614 - 77,145; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health's St. Charles Campus in Port Jefferson, NY seeks an Occupational Therapist to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living skills after illness, injury, or surgery.

You will evaluate and treat patients referred by physicians, coordinate rehab programs, and promote independence while communicating clearly with care teams. New York State OT license required; strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential; salary range is $44.41–$55.55 per hour, with

Qualifications

• New York State OT license/registration required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats physician-referred patients by organizing and conducting occupational therapy programs.
• Facilitates rehabilitation of patients to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Directs patient participation in tasks to promote adaptation and independence.
• Promotes health and learning of skills essential for daily living.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

New York State OT License

Job description

Overview

Located in Port Jefferson, the St. Charles Campus of Good Samaritan University Hospital combines advanced clinical expertise with a longstanding commitment to compassionate care. The campus has earned both a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A” and a CMS 5-Star Quality Rating and is known for its excellence in Maternal/Child Services, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Bariatric Surgery, and Emergency Care. A leader in acute inpatient rehabilitation on Long Island, St. Charles Campus provides specialized care for patients recovering from conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and orthopedic injuries. As part of Catholic Health, the campus is committed to delivering evidence‑based, patient‑centered care that improves outcomes and strengthens the communities it serves.

Job Details

An Occupational Therapist (OT) helps patients develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and independence following illness, injury, surgery, or disability.

• Evaluates and treats physician‑referred patients by organizing and conducting occupational therapy programs.
• Facilitates rehabilitation of the mentally or physically handicapped.
• Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Facilitates the learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, and promotes and maintains health.

Requirements

• NY State Occupational Therapy License and registration.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Organizational ability.

Salary Range

USD $44.41 – USD $55.55 /Hr. This range serves as a good‑faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people‑first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.