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Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$33.5-$37.18/hr

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT)
Rate: $33.50- $37.18/hour (depending on experience)
Shift: Full-Time
Schedule: Days

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is looking to add an Occupational
Therapist (OT) to its rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll evaluate
residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy services
that help residents regain independence, improve daily living skills, and
achieve their highest level of function. If you're passionate about helping
others maximize their quality of life, this could be the perfect opportunity for
you.

Located in Dunkirk, NY, Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is proud to
be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing,
rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. As a CMS
5-Star rated facility, Chautauqua is recognized for its commitment to quality
care and clinical excellence. Our team members enjoy a close-knit, supportive
environment where compassion, teamwork, and professional growth are valued. Join
us and become part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the
lives of residents every day.

Responsibilities

* Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment
plans
* Provide skilled therapy services focused on improving functional abilities,
ADLs, mobility, and quality of life
* Establish short- and long-term rehabilitation goals and monitor resident
progress
* Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary
team members to support resident outcomes
* Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance
with state regulations
* Complete all required documentation, assessments, care plans, and billing
records accurately and timely
* Provide resident and family education regarding therapy goals, adaptive
equipment, and home exercise programs
* Recommend and coordinate adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment
(DME) needs
* Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, staff education, and
quality improvement initiatives
* Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

* Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program approved
by the American Occupational Therapy Association
* Valid New York State Occupational Therapist License required
* Newly licensed Occupational Therapists encouraged to apply
* Skilled nursing facility experience preferred
* Strong clinical, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
* Commitment to resident-centered care and rehabilitation excellence

Benefits

* Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
* Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance
* Employee Referral Bonus Program
* Retirement Saving Options

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningPatient AssessmentADL TrainingMobility TrainingDurable Medical Equipment CoordinationInterdisciplinary CollaborationSupervisionCare PlanningPatient Education

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New York, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (121 salary observations; 204 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,324 salary observations; 12,640 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 47 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 70% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.4% 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 ~$74k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution20 jobs · 16 employers

7
<$100k
9
$100k-120k
0
$120k-140k
2
$140k-160k
2
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 16 employers

401k / retirement match
95%
CME allowance
42%
Sign-on bonus
37%
PSLF eligible
21%
Loan repayment
16%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$130k-$160k
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$129k–$160k
#3

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$130k–$148k
#4

Acute Care Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Dunkirk

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$142k
Median resident rent
$866/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Long Island, New York
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Retirement Saving Options