Inpatient Occupational Therapist: Impactful Rehab & Growth

USA Staffing Network; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 46,838 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition scholarships

Health plan

Generous PTO

Career advancement

Employee discounts

Facilities access

Job summary

USA Staffing Network seeks an Occupational Therapist for the Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation PMRU in Ithaca, NY. This full-time daytime role provides evaluations, therapy interventions, ADL assessments, and family education within a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include clinical decision-making, patient management, discharge planning, and ongoing documentation. Requirements: NYS OT license, Bachelor's/Master/Doctorate in OT, CPR/BLS, and safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited OT program at Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate level.
• Current NYS Occupational Therapy License is required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Annual mandated safety trainings and e-learning must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Clinical decision-making with comprehensive chart review and evidence-based plans.
• Communicate with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team to ensure throughput and safety.
• Assess safety and use of equipment; identify contraindications and barriers to participation.
• Progress interventions toward patient goals and document defensible medical records.
• Perform discharge planning, determine equipment needs, and train caregivers.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

OT degree program

Job description

Occupational Therapist -

Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation PMRU - Full-Time | Days

Position Overview:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) will provide evaluations, therapy interventions, Activity of Daily Living performance assessments, and education with patients in medically compromised situations within their full scope of practice. This will include participation in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and services for patients, families, and the community. The OT will work collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team and provide safe, efficient and effective care for their patients. The OT is responsible for making high-level clinical decisions, in a rapid and dynamic environment, for the care of their patients.

Perks:

Competitive wages - Tuition Scholarships - Comprehensive Health plan – Employer contribution to a retirement plan - Generous PTO package - Career advancement opportunities - Numerous Employee Discounts - Cafeteria, Gyms etc.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Clinical Decision-Making: Completes comprehensive chart review to determine OT appropriateness. Chooses appropriate exam & integrates findings into a comprehensive plan of care that is person-centered & goal centered. Uses evidenced based practice to guide decision making & therapy intensity. Assesses response to intervention & adjusts interventions/plan of care appropriately.
• Communication: Selects appropriate communication style based on age, learning style, cognition, and culture. Educates patient & family/caregivers using compassionate communication. Clearly communicates patient's OT needs & barriers to plan with interdisciplinary team to facilitate throughput. Initiates and maintains professional communication with every team member at all times including adverse, challenging, and crucial conversations.
• Safety: Uses medical record & patient presentation to identify relative & absolute contraindications to participation in OT. Surveys patient and environment for safe movement barriers. Maintains expertise in use of all safe patient handling equipment.
• Patient Management: Progresses interventions to facilitate achievement of patient's goals. Reassesses progress towards goals & adjusts plan of care. Produces clear, defensible documentation that supports clinical decision making. Uses clinical judgement to determine when immediate communication beyond documentation is required for safe coordinated patient care.
• Discharge Planning: Synthesizes patient's life context and current functional status to determine discharge destination, level of support, additional services, and follow-up needs. Determines appropriate equipment needs and provides caregiver training as appropriate.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: Successful completion of accredited Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate level Occupational Therapy Program
• Licensure: Current NYS Occupational Therapy License
• Current CPR/BLS Certification
• Must complete yearly mandatory safety trainings and e-learning courses

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Flexibility in prioritizing and adjusting workload
• Good written and oral communication skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move/lift patients with assistance
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of computer keyboard)
• Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time
• Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job

Location and Shift Information:

• Location: Onsite in Ithaca, NY 14850
• Shift: Full-Time, Days, FLEX. Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays. Inpatient occupational therapy services provided between 7am - 6pm.
• Travel: 0%-10% Local Travel Between Area Clinics and Facilities

Compensation:

• Standard Rate of $34.00 to $39.00 per hour based on experience

Why Wait? Apply Today!

This opportunity is with a well-established health system offering the chance to join a strong rehabilitation department with multiple potential career paths in the Ithaca market.

Take the next step in your career by applying for this Occupational Therapist position and become part of a team that values expertise, compassion, and professional development. We look forward to helping you grow with this premier health organization!

Why Ithaca, NY?

Home to Cornell University and Ithaca College
Stunning Finger Lakes scenery, waterfalls, and hiking trails
Vibrant arts, dining, and cultural scene
Strong sense of community and excellent schools
Easy access to outdoor recreation year-round
High quality of life with a balanced pace of living