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Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Feb 5 2026
  • PM&R - Rehab Therapies
  • State of New York
  • TH Instructional Support Associate, NSSL2
  • OTA2026
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant will complete treatments per initial evaluation completed by OTR; assess ADL skills; assist in treatment planning; monitor response to treatment and modify treatment appropriately, and revise therapy goals in collaboration with OTR; attend designated clinics, rounds and conferences and render patient information, and complete appropriate documentation. Other responsibilities include: provide in-service education and community education within the scope of knowledge base; adhere to supervisory plan; clinically supervise OTA SL1, OTA students, Rehab Therapy USTs, and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, NYS O.T.A. license and registration, and 2 years eligible clinical experience required.

Candidates who possess an Associates degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, NYS license or Limited Permit or eligible and less than 2 years experience will be considered for entry level (SL1) position at a commensurate salary.

CPR certification required at time of appointment. 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Work Days:

M-F 8-4:30 rotating holidays and weekends

Message to Applicants:

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

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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