Occupational Therapist - Per Diem /Outpatient

• Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, a designated Primary Stroke Center, is seeking a motivated and clinically strong Occupational Therapist to support and help grow our neuro-rehabilitation services. This role is ideal for an OT with a passion for stroke care, neurological recovery, and interdisciplinary collaboration in an acute care hospital setting.
• Perform comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for acute care patients, with a focus on stroke, neuro, and medically complex cases
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy interventions addressing:
• ADLs and IADLs
• Upper extremity function
• Cognitive, perceptual, and visual deficits
• Neuro re-education and functional recovery
• Collaborate closely with Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Nursing, Physicians, and Case Management to support coordinated, patient-centered care
• Participate in discharge planning, including recommendations for post-acute services and durable medical equipment
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in compliance with hospital, state, and payer requirements
• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development and growth of a high-quality neuro OT program
• Adhere to all regulatory, accreditation, and hospital standards, including Joint Commission requirements
• Maintain patient safety and professional standards in a fast-paced acute care environment

Position Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• This position requires a Master degree, OTR
• Current New York State Occupational Therapy license (or eligibility)
• NBCOT certification
• Experience or strong interest in acute care and/or neuro rehabilitation, particularly stroke
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within an interdisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a Primary Stroke Center or acute care hospital