Occupational Therapist

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate in Syracuse is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, set goals, and develop and implement treatment plans within PM&R and rehab therapies. You will document care promptly and participate in rounds, clinics, and staff training.

Responsibilities include collaborating with health care teams, supervising students, and contributing to program development while maintaining compliance with NYS licensure and CPR-BLS requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist per NYS requirements.
• Must have the degree required for licensure and active NYS OT license/registration or eligible for Limited Permit.
• CPR-BLS certification required at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and formulate specific treatment goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prepare and maintain patient care documentation in a timely manner.
• Attend rounds, clinics, and conferences; participate in staff training and education.
• Serve as a clinical instructor for students and facilitate program development.

Skills

OT license

Clinical evaluation

Care planning

Education

OT degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist

• Syracuse

• Allied Health

• Full-time

• Opening on: Feb 5 2026

• PM&R - Rehab Therapies
• State of New York
• TH Occupational Therapist 2, NSSL3
• OT2026
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, formulating specific treatment goals, developing and implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with other health care providers and families. Prepare and maintain patient care documentation in a timely manner. Attend designated clinics, rounds, and conferences. Participate in educational programs for staff, students, volunteers, and other professional health care personnel. Participate in training for new staff. Serve as a clinical instructor for students. Facilitate new program development.

Minimum Qualifications:

NYS Licensed & Registered Occupational Therapist, degree required for licensure, and two years of eligible experience required.

Candidates who possess degree required for licensure, NYS OT license/registration or Limited Permit or eligible and less than 2 years experience will be considered for appointment to an entry-level (SL2) position at commensurate salary.

CPR-BLS certification required at time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years of experience preferred

Work Days:

Monday - Friday with weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.