Occupational Therapist- Stamford/Norwalk
Listed compensation
starting at $90/hr
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Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
- Job Location: Nightingale Visiting Nurses of Connecticut - Stamford, CT 06901
- Position Type: Part Time
- Travel Percentage: Road Warrior
- Job Shift: Day
- Job Category: Health Care
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health Now Hiring: Stamford/Norwalk Paid per visit – rates starting at $90 per visit! About Nightingale Visiting Nurses: For over 30 years, Nightingale has been dedicated to one purpose – putting our patients first.
We provide compassionate, around-the-clock in-home care that helps individuals maintain independence and dignity. Join our caring team and make a difference, one patient at a time!
Why Work With Nightingale: Competitive per-visit pay Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle Mileage reimbursement 3 weeks of Paid Days Off (PDO) per year (for eligible employees) One-on-one patient care Referral bonuses up to $500 Regular evaluations with annual merit increases Full-time employees enjoy medical, dental, vision & life insurance + 401(k) match after one year Service Areas Needed: We are seeking a part-time OT to serve the Stamford/Norwalk area.
Position Summary
The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients to improve their ability to perform daily living and work activities. You’ll design and implement individualized therapy plans to help patients regain independence in their home environment while coordinating care with the broader rehabilitation team. Key Responsibilities:
- Provide effective patient care using approved therapy techniques and procedures
- Evaluate patients’ condition, function level, and treatment goals
- Develop individualized treatment plans and update as needed
- Supervise COTAs and HHAs per care plan requirements
- Document treatment notes and progress in the patient’s chart daily
- Assist patients and families with home exercise programs and adaptive equipment needs
- Recommend and evaluate adaptive equipment for the home setting
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policies
- Coordinate total patient care with the healthcare team
- Complete discharge summaries and obtain orders when needed
- Submit patient documentation and visit records in a timely manner Qualifications
Qualifications
- Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in the CT
- Minimum of 1 year of OT experience preferred
- Experience with OASIS and WellSky (Kinnser) strongly preferred
- Current physical (within the last 12 months)
- Current TB test (within last 12 months) and CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to attend a 2–3 day orientation at our Stamford office. Apply Today! Join Nightingale Visiting Nurses and bring your skills and compassion into the homes of those who need it most. Apply now to start making a difference!
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients in their homes to improve their daily living and work activities. They are responsible for designing individualized therapy plans and coordinating care with the broader rehabilitation team.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in Connecticut with at least one year of experience. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 53% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Connecticut index 103.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Connecticut | 85 active | 9,048 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 53% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Connecticut Occupational Therapist listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus · 8% offer loan repayment104 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,199 in the last 30 days | 1,714 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Home Care Providers Group | silver tier, 74/100 | Top Employers work-life index42 active listings |
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