About this role
## Location
New York, New York
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## Shift:
Day Flex (United States of America)
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Description:
Life-Changing Patient Care and Caring
Occupational Therapists Are Where Amazing Works
Per Diem Occupational Therapist (Pediatrics)
Day Shift / 8 am - 4 pm
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Morgan Stanley Children Hospital
3959 Broadway, New 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.
Join us in building on our success as one of the best hospitals in New York (U.S.News & World Report). Evaluate, plan, and provide occupational therapy treatment programs for pediatric patients whose injury, disease, or loss of body part interferes with daily functioning. Provide skilled intervention using a variety of techniques that are appropriate to achieve identified goals.
In this role, you will cover pediatric orthopedics, neuro, trauma, ICU, and general medicine/surgery floors, with the potential to treat outpatients.
The shift for this per diem position is 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., with schedules for both weekdays and weekends, with the possibility of holiday coverage. Minimum of 2 days (15 hours) per month, and 1 weekend shift per quarter.
Preferred Crite
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- 2 years of pediatrics experience in hospital-based inpatient OT and outpatient settings
- Master’s Degree
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification
- AOTA Membership.
Required Criteria
- Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- New York State Occupational Therapy License.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
- 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.