Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nassau 1099

Melville, NY

Hicksville, NY

Part time

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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nassau 1099

Employer: Always Compassionate HealthLocation: Nassau County, Long Island, NYPosition Type: Per DiemEmployment Classification: 1099 Independent Contractor

About Always Compassionate Health

Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-focused Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide specialized upper extremity rehabilitation services. This opportunity is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with experience treating orthopedic conditions, managing post-surgical rehabilitation, and fabricating custom splints and orthoses.

Join a team committed to delivering high-quality, individualized care that helps patients restore functional independence, improve mobility, and enhance their overall quality of life.

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, functional goals, and clinical findings.

• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve upper extremity strength, range of motion, coordination, dexterity, and functional performance.

• Fabricate, fit, and modify custom splints and orthoses for post-operative rehabilitation and non-operative orthopedic conditions.

• Monitor patient progress, reassess functional outcomes, and modify treatment plans as clinically indicated.

• Educate patients on therapeutic exercises, joint protection, adaptive techniques, splint use, and home exercise programs.

• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support optimal patient outcomes.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with applicable professional standards and 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.

• Minimum of one year of occupational therapy experience preferred.

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred; candidates eligible for certification who plan to pursue the CHT examination are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent clinical reasoning, patient 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.

• Supportive and collaborative healthcare environment.

• Opportunities to apply specialized clinical skills and support meaningful patient progress.

• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered, high-quality care.

How to Apply

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

Contact: CristinaPhone: (631) 759-4048

Contact us today to discuss available opportunities and learn how you can contribute to the mission of Always Compassionate Health.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Always Compassionate Health provides the highest quality of community home-based services, combined with exceptional compassion and innovation to enhance each patient’s quality of life. By bringing together several of the top home health agencies in the state, we have become one of New York’s leading providers with strategically placed offices that serve thousands of clients every day.