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: Associates 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