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Occupational Therapist - Weekend

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • PerDiem
  • Opening on: Aug 3 2026
  • PM&R - Rehab Therapies
  • State of New York
  • TH Occupational Therapist 2, NSSL3
  • OTW2026
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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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. Provide quality and evidence-based treatments to patient populations including but not limited to Stroke, Orthopedics, TBI, Trauma. Prepare and maintain patient care documentation in a timely manner. Provide supervision to COTAs and weekend students. Assist in the training of new staff.

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 two weekend days a month, day shift.

Message to Applicants:

Accepting Occupational Therapist - Weekend applications for current and future openings in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Rehab Therapies. The hourly rate for weekend staff is $65.

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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