Occupational Therapist; OT – Acute Care​/Outpatient

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Acute Care / Outpatient

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Occupational Therapist (OT) – Acute Care / Outpatient System: SUNY Upstate Medical University Facility:
Syracuse, NY (750 E Adams St) Position Type: 13 Weeks Shift: Day Shift – 5x8 Hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) Hours per Week: 40 Pay rate: $45-$50 per hour

Upstate University Hospital is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist with experience in acute care and outpatient settings to provide patient-centered therapy as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping patients regain independence and functional ability in a fast-paced hospital environment.

• Evaluate patients to determine functional limitations and develop individualized therapy plans based on physician prescriptions.
• Deliver occupational therapy treatments to patients recovering from injury, illness, or surgery in both acute care and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to achieve treatment goals and optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, home exercise programs, and strategies to enhance daily living activities.
• Maintain detailed documentation of evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility policies.
• Participate in patient care rounds, staff meetings, and multidisciplinary case reviews.
• Maintain therapy equipment and ensure a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
• Work one weekend per month as part of department coverage.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy – Required
• Current New York State License in Occupational Therapy – Required
• NBCOT Certification – Required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an acute care hospital or Level I/II trauma facility – Required
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient care – Required
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills

• RTO Limit:
  Up to 7 consecutive days per 13-week contract
• Holidays:
  Travelers must be available to work 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s)
• Vaccinations: COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines not required
• Locals:
  Candidates within 50 miles will be submitted at the local rate
• References:
  At least one supervisory reference required
• Drug Screen:
  Must be completed within 2 weeks prior to start date
• Extensions:
  Minimum 6-week extension required; longer contracts considered on a case-by-case basis

$45.00 – $50.00 per hour