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Occupational Therapy Assistant
State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, NY, USA
Posted on Feb 6, 2026
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