Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist

New York is a city that never stops moving, and its residents deserve a healthcare system that keeps pace. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team in the heart of New York.

In this vital role, you will empower individuals across the lifespan to overcome physical, cognitive, and emotional barriers, enabling them to live fuller, more independent lives.

This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the vibrant and diverse communities that define this great city.

As an Occupational Therapist in our New York facility, you will be at the forefront of patient-centered care. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists to develop and implement personalized treatment plans.

We are looking for a dedicated professional who is not only clinically excellent but also deeply understands the unique challenges and strengths of New Yorkers.

Your work will directly contribute to improving the quality of life for our patients, helping them navigate their daily routines and achieve their personal goals within the bustling environment of the city.

Your expertise will be crucial in helping our clients adapt to their environments, whether that's a family apartment in Manhattan, a school in Brooklyn, or a corporate office in Queens. We value a holistic approach that considers the whole person, not just their diagnosis.

If you are a licensed Occupational Therapist who is passionate about community health and ready to bring your skills to one of the most exciting healthcare markets in the world, we invite you to join our team and help us shape the future of rehabilitative care in New York.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to assess physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental factors affecting daily living skills.

Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that are goal-oriented and patient-centric.

Provide therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills, coordination, sensory processing, and overall functional mobility.

Adapt environments and design personalized adaptive equipment to remove barriers to independence at home, work, and in the community.

Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies to maximize continuity of care outside of clinical sessions.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, evaluations, and treatment outcomes in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to patient care.

Advocate for the needs of patients, connecting them with community resources and support groups available throughout New York.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetings to enhance the delivery of occupational therapy services.

Stay current with the latest research and best practices in occupational therapy to ensure the highest quality of care is provided.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (Clinical Doctorate preferred).
  • Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state of New York.
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in a hospital, outpatient, or rehabilitation setting is strongly preferred; new graduates with exceptional clinical rotations are encouraged to apply.
  • Experience working with a diverse patient population, including adults and geriatrics, is highly desirable.

Demonstrated proficiency in performing comprehensive patient assessments and developing effective treatment plans.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.

Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage a caseload effectively in a fast-paced urban environment.

  • Knowledge of Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and standard documentation practices.
  • Current CPR/BLS certification.

A deep commitment to patient advocacy and a passion for enabling others to achieve their highest level of independence.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current, unrestricted New York state license. A minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in a hospital or rehabilitation setting is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningAdaptive equipment designPatient educationClinical documentationInterdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New York, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (284 salary observations; 801 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (4,384 salary observations; 23,944 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 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 44% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution43 jobs · 39 employers

19
<$115k
6
$115k-135k
7
$135k-155k
7
$155k-175k
4
$175k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks40 jobs · 39 employers

401k / retirement match
95%
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist III EX

UCSF · Oakland, California

$67.06-$90.53/hr
#2

Occupational Therapist

Ironside Human Resources · Fairfield, California

$75-$90/hr
#3

Occupational Therapist II EX

$64.05-$86.19/hr
#4

Occupational Therapist

$65-$85/hr
+ 48 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 9,334 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$876k
Typical market rent
$4,154/mo
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.

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

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