Occupational Therapist - Weekend

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in the United States is seeking an Occupational Therapist for weekend shifts to evaluate patients and develop treatment plans. Responsibilities include collaboration with healthcare providers, maintaining patient documentation, and participating in training programs. Required qualifications include a NYS Occupational Therapist license and CPR-BLS certification. Preferred candidates will have two years of experience. This role offers a chance to contribute to patient care and program development.

Qualifications

• NYS Licensed & Registered Occupational Therapist required.
• Degree required for licensure and 2 years of eligible experience preferred.
• CPR-BLS certification required at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and families.
• Prepare patient care documentation timely.
• Prepare and maintain patient care documentation in a timely manner.
• Participate in staff education, training for new staff, and serve as a clinical instructor.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Treatment plan development

Collaboration with healthcare providers

CPR certification

Education

NYS Licensed & Registered Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist - Weekend 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. 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

Must be available to work at least one weekend (Saturday & Sunday) a month.

Message To Applicants

Accepting Occupational Therapist - Weekend applications for current and future openings in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Rehab Therapies.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources