Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day Flex (United States of America)

Description:

Life-Changing Patient Care

Occupational Therapists Make It Possible

Per Diem Occupational Therapist (Pediatric Acute Care)

Day Shift / 8 am - 4 pm

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

Morgan Stanley Children Hospital

3959 Broadway, Nw York, NY 10032

Step into the compassionate world of NewYork-Presbyterian, where patients turn to for occupational therapy of the highest caliber. As part of our tight-knit team, you’ll have the opportunity to help patients gain functional independence and live fulfilling lives, while continuously moving forward in your career. Join us in building on our success as one of New York best hospitals.

Seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 1 year’s working experience in an acute care pediatric children’s hospital setting. The ideal candidate will join a team of MDs, RNs, PTs, SLPs, TR, and SW with a strong interdisciplinary approach to treat a caseload of predominantly inpatient care for post-op, orthopedic, neurologic, ICU, oncologic and medicine patients. In this role, the Occupational Therapist will evaluate, plan, and provide treatment programs for patients, and deliver skilled intervention using a variety of techniques appropriate for achieving the identified goals. You'll have the opportunity to work in pediatric acute care. Work with a dynamic, experienced staff, caring for a diverse population.

The shift for this per diem position is 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. The appropriate candidate will have the flexibility to work weekdays and some weekends/holidays.

Preferred:

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.

• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification.

• AOTA Membership.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.

• New York State Occupational Therapy License.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

• Minimum of one year of hospital-based pediatric acute care experience as a practicing Occupational Therapist.

• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills consistent with the level of education, training, and experience.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$73.50/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.