Occupational Therapist - Syracuse, NY - OT26-06301

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Syracuse, NY
Type: Contract | 14 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | 42.5 Hours/Week | One Weekend Rotation per Month

Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking Occupational Therapist for an exciting Travel or Local job in Syracuse, NY.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs
• Establish measurable rehabilitation goals and monitor patient progress
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Educate patients and family members regarding treatment plans, recovery strategies, and home programs
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient records
• Participate in clinics, patient rounds, case conferences, and care planning meetings
• Ensure proper maintenance and utilization of therapy equipment and supplies
• Contribute to staff education and departmental quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy required
• Current New York State Occupational Therapy License or eligibility for licensure required
• Minimum 2 years of Occupational Therapy experience required
• Acute Care experience required (Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation experience alone does not qualify)
• Outpatient Occupational Therapy experience required
• Strong evaluation, treatment planning, and patient education skills
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Neuro Rehabilitation experience preferred
• Concussion Management experience in an outpatient setting preferred
• Experience working in a hospital-based rehabilitation environment preferred

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.