Multisite Float Occupational Therapist - Rehab & Research

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy and UPMC Magee are seeking an occupational therapist to provide assessment and treatment in a float role across the two facilities. The clinician will serve as a clinical resource to staff and may collaborate with an academic partner for instructional services.

The position requires maintaining documentation, co-signing OT assistant notes biweekly, and communicating patient progress to the care team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation for all occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
• Co-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
• Communicate patient's status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
• Complete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
• Schedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
• Provide verbal/written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
• Supervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
• Maintain professional license through continuing education and professional development.
• Perform and supervise occupational therapy assessments, treatments, and plan adjustments.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs

Job description

UPMC Mercy and UPMC Magee are seeking an occupational therapist to provide assessment and treatment in a float role across the two facilities. The clinician will serve as a clinical resource to staff and may collaborate with an academic partner for instructional services.

The position requires maintaining documentation, co-signing OT assistant notes biweekly, and communicating patient progress to the care team.