Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 94-bed inpatient facility. We serve patients from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 20 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive.  Learn more about Blythedale by visiting our website here.

Under the supervision of the Director of Occupational Therapy, the Assistant Director mnages the daily clinical and operational activities of the Occupational Therapy Department, including scheduling, shift coverage, work assignments, and payroll preparation. The Assistant Director supervises the staff occupational therapists and therapy aides, as needed.

• Manages the daily clinical and operational activities of the Occupational Therapy Department, including scheduling, shift coverage, work assignments, and payroll preparation.
• Supervises the staff occupational therapists and therapy aides, as needed.
• Develops, and administers education and competency programs for the Department, including student training programs.
• Provides independent occupational therapy services through the evaluation and treatment of functional and developmental skills to achieve maximal physical and cognitive functioning of the patient in their daily life tasks and as part of their total medical care.
• Conducts education and training of patients, families, and related disciplines.
• Assists in the measurement of clinical and other performance-related outcomes.
• Supports the department's quality and safety initiatives and regulatory readiness activities.

• Eight years of experience as an occupational therapist in a relevant setting, including five years of experience caring for a pediatric population.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a supervisor of other therapists.
• New York State occupational therapy license and registration.

• Master's degree required.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.

• Requires the ability to lift, carry and balance patients from light to heavy weight, and the need to visually and auditorially monitor patients’ status.
• Requires an ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in the English language and use a computer. 

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of your skills and experience.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Access to mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
• Safe Work Environment: Commitment to employee safety and well-being.
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
• Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).