Occupational therapists in NYC help patients regain daily living skills after illness or injury. You create therapy plans, work one-on-one, and support patient independence. Explore occupational therapist jobs in NYC matched to your background with our AI-powered job matching.
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You help people get back daily and work skills after injury or illness. You measure abilities, set goals, and coach them through custom exercises or adaptive methods. You work in hospitals, schools, or outpatient clinics.
You complete a master’s or doctorate in an ACOTE-accredited OT program, finish supervised fieldwork, and pass the NBCOT exam. Next, apply for your New York license. Keep it current with 36 hours of continuing education every three years.
