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


• Neuro-focused clinical experience (stroke, TBI, neurological disorders)


• Interest in program development, quality improvement, and service growth


• Flexibility to support variable schedules as needed (per diem role)

Why Wyckoff Heights Medical Center

• Primary Stroke Center serving a diverse Brooklyn community


• Collaborative, interdisciplinary rehabilitation team


• Opportunity to help shape and grow neuro rehabilitation services


• Academic and teaching hospital environment


• Leadership committed to quality, safety, and patient-centered care

 Non-Union

Day/Shift: Varies 

Hourly Rate: $90.00

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