Per Diem OT – Upper Extremity Rehab & Splinting

Always Compassionate Health; Melville (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible per diem scheduling

Competitive compensation based on経験

Job summary

Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver upper-extremity rehabilitation services in Nassau County, NY. The role focuses on post-operative care, custom splint fabrication, and patient-centered functional recovery.

The ideal candidate will hold an NYS OT license, have a background in orthopedic rehab, and demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, teamwork, and independent work capabilities within a per diem contractor setting.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Occupational Therapist license required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Strong clinical experience in upper extremity rehabilitation, orthopedic occupational therapy, and post-operative care.
• Demonstrated proficiency in custom splint fabrication, orthotic fitting, and splint modification.
• At least one year of occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and intend to pursue CHT certification are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Additional relevant clinical certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for patients with surgical and non-surgical orthopedic conditions affecting the upper extremities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessments, patient needs, and functional goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, range of motion, coordination, dexterity, and functional performance.
• Fabricate, fit, and modify custom splints and orthoses for post-operative recovery and non-surgical orthopedic management.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess functional outcomes, and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Educate patients on therapeutic exercises, joint protection strategies, adaptive techniques, splint management, and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and applicable regulations.

Skills

Upper extremity rehab

Orthopedic OT

Post-operative care

Splint fabrication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree preferred

New York State OT license

Tools

Clinical documentation

Custom splint fabrication

Job description

Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver upper-extremity rehabilitation services in Nassau County, NY. The role focuses on post-operative care, custom splint fabrication, and patient-centered functional recovery.

The ideal candidate will hold an NYS OT license, have a background in orthopedic rehab, and demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, teamwork, and independent work capabilities within a per diem contractor setting.