OneMain Financial Jobs

Job Information

Quality Healthcare Staffing Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care / Outpatient in SYRACUSE, New York

Facility: Syracuse, NY (750 E Adams St) Position Type: 13 Weeks Shift: Day Shift 5x8 Hours (8:00 AM 4:30 PM) Hours per Week: 40 Pay rate: $45-$50 per hour Position Summary Upstate University Hospital is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist with experience in acute care and outpatient settings to provide patient-centered therapy as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping patients regain independence and functional ability in a fast-paced hospital environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate patients to determine functional limitations and develop individualized therapy plans based on physician prescriptions. Deliver occupational therapy treatments to patients recovering from injury, illness, or surgery in both acute care and outpatient settings. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to achieve treatment goals and optimize patient outcomes. Page | 1 Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, home exercise programs, and strategies to enhance daily living activities. Maintain detailed documentation of evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility policies. Participate in patient care rounds, staff meetings, and multidisciplinary case reviews. Maintain therapy equipment and ensure a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment. Work one weekend per month as part of department coverage. Education and Qualifications Bachelors or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy Required Current New York State License in Occupational Therapy Required NBCOT Certification Required Minimum 2 years of experience in an acute care hospital or Level I/II trauma facility Required Experience in both inpatient and outpatient care Required Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills Additional Details RTO Limit: Up to 7 consecutive days per 13-week contract Holidays: Travelers must be available to work 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years) Vaccinations: COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines not required Locals: Candidates within 50 miles will be submitted at the local rate Page | 2 References: At least one supervisory reference required Drug Screen: Must be completed within 2 weeks before start date Extensions: Minimum 6-week extension required; longer contracts considered on a case-by-case basis

DirectEmployers