Occupational Therapist, OT

Occupational TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$55/hr

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Job Description

  • FULL TIME OR PER DIEM AVAILIBILITY * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * Weekday Coverage Desired, Weekend Coverage a plus! *

Why Work at Putnam Nursing & Rehabilitation Center? Putnam Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care through an interdisciplinary team approach. Our staff works together to help residents achieve their maximum independence and quality of life. Join our rehabilitation team and help make a difference in residents’ lives. Putnam Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 160-bed Skilled Nursing Facility hiring for both *Full-Time* & *Per Diem* Occupational Therapists, OT who will work closely with other rehabilitation staff and the interdisciplinary care team to help residents improve activities of daily living (ADLs), strength, and independence. For those benefit eligible we offer Aetna Health Insurance that begins the 1st of the month after hire!!!! Low employee contributions!

Per Diem Applicants MUST have SNF experience. For the Full-Time position both new graduates and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply!

General Summary of Key Responsibilities

Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) providing PRN (as-needed) rehabilitation services in the Facility.

Occupational Therapist (OT) is evaluating and treating geriatric patients with complex medical, cognitive, and functional needs.

Occupational Therapist (OT) develops individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, daily living skills, and overall functional independence.

Occupational Therapist (OT) collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.

Skilled in adaptive equipment training, fall prevention strategies, and patient/caregiver education.

Flexible and responsive, providing high-quality care across variable schedules and patient acuity levels

Requirements

Must possess a current license and registration to practice as a Occupational Therapist, OT in the State of NY.

  • Must possess current malpractice insurance, license in good standing
  • Dedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care as a Occupational Therapist, OT
  • Energetic, enthusiastic, committed, & passionate about quality care
  • Genuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, & sometimes challenging residents
  • Patience, a cheerful disposition, & willingness to assist any residents & co-workers
  • Excellent communication, customer service, & organization skills
  • Trusted to work independently & in a team environment
  • Able to work well under pressure, flexible, & will work harmoniously with all staff

Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees.

For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 845.878.3241 and ask to speak to the HR Dept. or email us at HR@putnamrehab.com. This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only.

A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.

*Disclaimer: This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats geriatric patients with complex medical and functional needs to improve their daily living skills. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on mobility and independence.

Key Skills

Occupational TherapyGeriatric CareTreatment PlanningPatient EducationInterdisciplinary CollaborationClinical DocumentationPatient Assessment

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New York, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (398 salary observations; 853 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,554 salary observations; 25,097 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)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 48% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

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

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs · 17 employers

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<$105k
7
$105k-120k
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$120k-135k
3
$135k-150k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
95%
Sign-on bonus
52%
CME allowance
48%
Loan repayment
24%
PSLF eligible
19%

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,226 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Putnam Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

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Benefits & Perks

Aetna Health Insurance
Low employee contributions