Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $55 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in New York post a median of $57 an hour, the middle half $47.36–$71, across 106 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in New York earn a median of $46.34 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Occupational Therapist
Luxor at Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist to join our ever-growing team.
Responsibilities Include:
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
- Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
- The Occupational Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
- Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
- Well versed with documentation writing
- Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
- Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
- Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
- Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
- Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
- Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
Shift Needs: FULL TIME
Compensation: $55/hour Per Diem
An Equal Opportunity Employer
From Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center hires therapists, nurses and front-office staff in Saint James, New York.
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