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Rochester, New York

Inpatient Occupational Therapist 2- TAR

Occupational TherapistIncludes callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$36.50–$49.28 /hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.

Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Time as Reported / Per Diem Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Scheduled Department: 500327 PMR Inpatient OT Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCD 214 H Compensation Range: $36.50 - $49.28 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job.

Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Plans and carries out programs of occupational therapy for individuals based on the diagnosis and evaluation of the physician to facilitate rehabilitation of the mentally or physically ill patients..

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Evaluates the patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.

Plans treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.

Educates patients and families in self-care technique, home modification, therapeutic exercise and activity, use of equipment and other relevant areas important for patient functioning and wellbeing.

Implements treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.

Communication with other team members throughout the hospital related to patient progress, therapy recommendations and barriers to discharge. Maintains required patient and department records. Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.

Other duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Completion of both didactic and clinical requirements Graduation form curriculum approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association or equivalent combination of education and experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed by New York State The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

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If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals.

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Key Responsibilities

Plans and implements occupational therapy programs to facilitate the rehabilitation of mentally or physically ill patients. Evaluates functional abilities and educates patients and families on self-care and home modifications.

Requirements

Requires completion of didactic and clinical requirements from an approved occupational therapy curriculum. Must hold a valid license from the state of New York.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningPatient EducationFunctional Ability AssessmentClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary Communication

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New York, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (400 salary observations; 865 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,588 salary observations; 25,229 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 43 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 12% are remote, 35% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

42 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs

9
<$130k
3
$130k-150k
6
$150k-170k
4
$170k-190k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 27 employers

401k / retirement match
82%
CME allowance
71%
Sign-on bonus
21%
Relocation assistance
14%
Visa sponsorship
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (OT)- South County

Home Care Providers Group · San Diego, California

$158k – $198k
#2

Home Care Occupational TherapistPer Diem

US Physical Therapy · Morristown, New Jersey

$74-$93.75/hr
#3

Home Care Occupational Therapist- (Morris County)

$74-$93.75/hr
#4

Home Care Occupational Therapist- 1099 (Queens)

$80-$90/hr
+ 40 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,285 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Rochester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$247k
Typical market rent
$1,476/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.0
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Rochester, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.