Occupational Therapist- Outpatient
Listed compensation
$80K - $90K
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Job Description
Company Description
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company who offers Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.
Job Description
Occupational Therapist (Full-Time) | $80k–$90k
Nassau and Suffolk County | Outpatient Clinics
Metro PT is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join our growing team!
Join Us! At Metro PT, we’re more than a clinic - we’re a community. Apply today and be part of a growing, innovative team that values your growth as much as your patients’ progress.
What You’ll Do
- Provide one-on-one outpatient OT care
- Evaluate, design, and adjust individualized care plans
- Fabricate custom splints as needed
- Document evaluations and treatment progress
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- What We Offer!
- $80k–$90k salary + generous PTO
- Medical, dental, life & LTD insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement & CEU support (MedBridge access + stipend for certifications)
- Leadership & career advancement programs
Qualifications
- Occupational Therapist Program Graduate
- NYS Occupational Therapy License or eligible
- Outpatient experience preferred (mentorship available for new grads)
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
- Sensory integration experience a plus
- Certifications Required: CPR/First Aid
Additional Information
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000. Salary is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for incentive compensation. The Company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.
Compensation: USD 80000 - USD 90000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will provide one-on-one outpatient care, including evaluating patients, designing individualized treatment plans, and fabricating custom splints. They will also be responsible for documenting patient progress and collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist- Outpatient at US Physical Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,995 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 68% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$85k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,995 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Living in New York
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $876k≈ 10.9× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $4,154/mo≈ 62% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 40 min
- 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.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.
Benefits & Perks
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