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Occupational Therapist

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Aug 4 2026
  • PM&R - Rehab Therapies
  • State of New York
  • TH Occupational Therapist 2, NSSL3
  • OT2026
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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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.


The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation offers opportunities across a variety of practice settings, including:
• Acute Care
• Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Outpatient Rehabilitation


Patient populations may include individuals with neurologic, orthopedic, hand and upper extremity, and complex medical rehabilitation needs. Patient populations include adult and pediatric, depending on departmental and clinical service needs.

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.

Message to Applicants:

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

Applicants with interests or specialized training in areas such as neurologic rehabilitation, driver rehabilitation, hand therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, rehabilitation for visual impairments, or other specialty practice areas are encouraged to identify those interests within their cover letter. While specialty opportunities may vary based on departmental needs and current openings, we welcome candidates with diverse clinical backgrounds and areas of expertise.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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