Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - Per diem - Cornell Campus

Posted:
1/8/2026, 2:35:42 AM

Location(s):
Nayudupeta, Andhra Pradesh, India ⋅ New York, United States ⋅ New York, New York, United States ⋅ Andhra Pradesh, India

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - Per diem - Cornell Campus

 

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.

 

Evaluate, plan and provide occupational therapy treatment programs for patients whose injury, disease, or loss of body part interferes with daily functioning. Provide skilled intervention using varieties of techniques that are appropriate to achieve identified goals. In this role, you will cover a variety of acute care settings including neuro, oncology, general med-surg and orthopedics.

 

Seeking an experienced acute care occupational therapist to support weekend and holiday coverage. Weekday availability a bonus.  Per Diem hours are from 8:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

Preferred Criteria

  • 2 years adult acute care experience

  • ICU and early mobilization experience

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

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

 

Required Criteria

  • BS degree in Occupational Therapy

  • NYS Occupational Therapist License within one year of hire

  • NYS Limited Permit (application submitted upon hire)

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

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


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