Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nassau 1099

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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nassau 1099

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Employer: Always Compassionate Health

Location: Nassau County, Long Island, NY

Position Type: Per Diem

Employment Classification: 1099 Independent Contractor

About Always Compassionate Health

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Always Compassionate Health is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-focused Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide specialized upper extremity rehabilitation services. This opportunity is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with experience treating orthopedic conditions, managing post-surgical rehabilitation, and fabricating custom splints and orthoses.

Join a team committed to delivering high-quality, individualized care that helps patients restore functional independence, improve mobility, and enhance their overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

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• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for patients with post-surgical and non-surgical orthopedic conditions affecting the upper extremities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, functional goals, and clinical findings.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve upper extremity strength, range of motion, coordination, dexterity, and functional performance.
• Fabricate, fit, and modify custom splints and orthoses for post-operative rehabilitation and non-operative orthopedic conditions.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess functional outcomes, and modify treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Educate patients on therapeutic exercises, joint protection, adaptive techniques, splint use, and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with applicable professional standards and regulations.

Qualifications and Requirements

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• Active New York State Occupational Therapist license required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program; a master's degree is preferred.
• Strong clinical experience in upper extremity rehabilitation, orthopedic occupational therapy, and post-operative care.
• Demonstrated proficiency in custom splint fabrication, orthotic fitting, and splint modification.
• Minimum of one year of occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred; candidates eligible for certification who plan to pursue the CHT examination are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, patient assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Additional relevant clinical certifications are a plus.

Why Join Always Compassionate Health?

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• Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and clinical expertise.
• Flexible per diem scheduling.
• Supportive and collaborative healthcare environment.
• Opportunities to apply specialized clinical skills and support meaningful patient progress.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered, high-quality care.

How to Apply

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Occupational Therapists with a passion for upper extremity rehabilitation and custom splinting are encouraged to inquire about this opportunity.

Contact

Cristina

Phone: (631) 759-4048

Contact us today to discuss available opportunities and learn how you can contribute to the mission of Always Compassionate Health.

Equal Employment Opportunity --------------------------------

Always Compassionate Health is committed to equal employment opportunities and maintaining a professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

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