Occupational Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting states $40–$50 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in New York post a median of $52.50 an hour, the middle half $46–$57.50, across 225 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in New York earn a median of $46.34 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapists in New York: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
New York is not issuing OT Compact privileges, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a New York license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a New York license, apply to the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions for a license by endorsement ($294, by its own page): what New York asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What New York requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist license, from the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions.
- Applicants must be of good moral character and at least 21, file the Application for Licensure (Form 1) with the fee, have their school send the Certification of Professional Education (Form 2), have NBCOT send examination scores or written verification of certification directly, and have every authority that licensed them send a Verification of Other Professional Licensure (Form 3).
- Staying active: The license is valid for life, but registration renews every 3 years and requires 36 hours of continuing competency learning activities per cycle, at least 24 of them in professional subjects.
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in New York · Every state's rule
Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 87.1%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.21x · Clicks 25
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs
About the job
Join Our Team as an Occupational Therapist (OT)!
We are a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers, committed to resident-centered and quality-focused care. Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people - our residents, their families, and our incredible team.
- Consistent weekday PRN available
- In-house therapy team
If you're looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best self to work, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with like-minded professionals, we're looking for you, too .
Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Employee Engagement Activities
- Positive Work Environment
- Excellent Training
- Competitive Pay and Benefits
Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate referred residents to determine their functional level and potential for rehabilitation.
- Provide direct care and develop individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Establish treatment goals based on each resident’s abilities, limitations, and physician recommendations.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, mobility, cognition, and self-care skills.
- Educate residents and their families on home programs and adaptive techniques.
- Complete documentation including evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a resident-centered approach to care.
- Adhere to all applicable federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and Residents' Rights.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Valid Occupational Therapy license and registration for the state of practice.
- Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to resident-centered care.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that puts people first - residents and staff alike!
Recruiter Contact Information
Call | Text | Email Ana
417-585-0080
acharles@qrmhealth.com
From Greene Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Greene Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Greene Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 120 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Greene Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center)-bed nursing home in Catskill, NY, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nursing assistants, nurses and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Greene Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Based in Catskill, NYHires in New YorkPay on its listings: 87.5% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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