Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nassau

Always Compassionate Home Care
  • Melville, New York
    2 days ago

    Job Description

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    Occupational Therapist (OT) – Nassau


    Employer: Always Compassionate Health
    Location: Nassau County, Long Island, NY
    Position Type: Per Diem
    Employment Classification: 1099 Independent Contractor


    About Always Compassionate Health

    Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-centered Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide specialized upper extremity rehabilitation services throughout Nassau County, Long Island.


    This opportunity is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with a strong background in orthopedic rehabilitation, post-operative care, and custom splint and orthosis fabrication. We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about helping patients regain function, restore independence, and achieve meaningful improvements in their daily lives.


    Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualized care that prioritizes each patient's unique needs and rehabilitation goals.


    Key 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.

    Qualifications and Requirements

    • 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.

    Why Join Always Compassionate Health?

    • Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and clinical expertise.
    • Flexible per diem scheduling.
    • A supportive, collaborative healthcare environment.
    • The opportunity to apply specialized clinical skills and make a meaningful difference in patients' recovery.
    • A commitment to compassionate, individualized, patient-centered care.

    How to Apply

    Occupational Therapists with a passion for upper extremity rehabilitation, orthopedic care, and custom splinting are encouraged to inquire about this opportunity.


    Contact: Cristina
    Phone: (631) 759-4048


    Equal Employment Opportunity

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





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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMelville, New York

    Skills

    • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)unmatched
    • Clinical Assessmentunmatched
    • Clinical Medicineunmatched
    • Clinical Study Publicationsunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)unmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Needs Assessmentunmatched
    • Occupational Therapyunmatched
    • Orthopedicsunmatched
    • Orthoticsunmatched
    • Patient Assessmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Patient Educationunmatched
    • Quality of Careunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
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