Occupational Therapist (OTR L)
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. 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. 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
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About the job
Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Valley Cottage, NY
Wachusett Healthcare is the management company operating Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center.
Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and resident-focused Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team on a part-time basis.
Located in the heart of Rockland County, Tolstoy is a boutique skilled nursing and rehabilitation center with a home-like atmosphere and a strong commitment to helping residents regain independence and return home whenever possible.
Position Summary
The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents with physical, cognitive, and functional limitations to maximize independence and quality of life.
What Makes This Opportunity Different
- Flexible scheduling and part-time hours
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a smaller, resident-centered facility
- Focus on rehabilitation and returning residents to the highest possible level of independence
- Collaborative culture with nursing, therapy, and administration
Responsibilities
- Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions
- Assess activities of daily living (ADLs), cognition, safety awareness, and functional mobility
- Develop discharge recommendations and home safety plans
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team
- Participate in care plan meetings
- Complete accurate and timely documentation
- Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, CMS, and New York State regulations
- Promote resident engagement, independence, and quality of life •COTA supervision: Provide clinical oversight and guidance to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as needed
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Current New York State Occupational Therapist license in good standing
- Skilled nursing facility and/or rehabilitation experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Experience with PointClickCare (PCC), Net Health, NetSmart, or similar therapy documentation systems preferred
- Knowledge of PDPM, Medicare regulations, and current post-acute care trends preferred
Schedule
- Part-time
- Flexible scheduling available
- Additional hours may be available based on census and facility needs
Join a team where your clinical expertise is valued and where you can truly make a difference in the lives of the residents we serve.
From Wachusett Healthcare's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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