Occupational Therapist (OT)

Heritage • Selden, NY

16h • $65 - $70

About The Position

Occupational Therapist |Part-Time/PRN | W2 Employment | School Based HealthPro Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity available for a Part-Time Occupational Therapist to support students in an elementary school setting . This role offers 1.5 hours per week (0.3 hours per day) with a competitive pay rate of $65–$70/hour , and the opportunity to grow your caseload over time . This position is ideal for an OT seeking flexibility while making a meaningful impact in a school environment. Position Details: Population (Average): Elementary Center Hours of Opperation: 1.5 hours a week Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, LTD/STL, etc. $65–$70/hour /based on experience Paid drive time/ mileage reimbursement (if needed) Referral bonus program Full-Time/Part-Time Benefits (Dental, Vision, Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, etc. Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics? Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy. Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth. Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do. Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes. Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind! Join Us in Making a Difference At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.

Requirements

• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Proficient in clinical skills in chosen field in evaluation and treatment
• Ability to supervise and direct therapy assistants, aides and/or student interns
• Actively involved in professional development
• Ability to independently identify problems and initiate appropriate actions
• Ability to clearly express self in written form for documentation
• Ability to communicate clearly to staff, patient, families, physicians, case managers, and payor
• Ability to remain calm and professional when patients, family and/or staff are angry/frustrated
• Knowledge of patient rights and confidentiality
• Knowledge of reimbursement/payor source issues – Worker’s Compensation, Medicare, Managed Care
• Manual dexterity to mobilize joints and perform deep tissue massage daily.
• Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly transfers patients to all surfaces.
• Frequently bends, stoops, kneels, and reaches during patient treatment and preparation time.
• Ability to sit regularly at charting desk or computer terminal to complete documentation.
• Ability to perform CPR if necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer a minimum of 1-2 years clinical experience in an outpatient setting, working with pediatric population, in areas including: Fine-Motor Skill Development Gross-Motor Skill Development/Coordination Visual-Motor Integration Sensory Processing

Responsibilities

• Pediatric Occupational Therapist leads and manages the application of occupational therapy theory and practice in alignment with organizational principles and patient needs.
• Collaborates with and educates patients, physicians, families, caregivers and all other customers who have an expectation of the occupational therapy service.
• Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, to all internal and external customers.
• Participates in quality improvement and customer service activities.
• Provides patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, education and documentation.
• Directs and supervises the work of OT assistants, rehab techs and students.
• Follows all organizational safety policies and procedures regarding one's personal protection and patient safety.
• Develops self professionally.
• Supports and participates in clinic operations and development.
• Provides supervision to OT assistants and provides 100% supervision to rehab tech in compliance with clinic, state and federal guidelines and requirements.

Benefits

• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• LTD/STL
• Paid drive time/ mileage reimbursement (if needed)
• Referral bonus program
• Full-Time/Part-Time Benefits (Dental, Vision, Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, etc

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed