Occupational Therapist (OT)
UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center · Pittsburgh, United States
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Posted Nov 5, 2026
Job Description
Job description
Provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment using advanced clinical skills in a specialty area of occupational therapy for patients referred to non-contracted and contracted facilities of the Rehabilitation Institute. Serves as a clinical resource for other staff members. May have an individual agreement with an academic institution for instructional services. Participates in research conducted within the Rehabilitation Institute.
* This is a casual position that will require two weekend shifts each month.
**Responsibilities:**
* Maintain documentation for all occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
* Co-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
* Communicate patient's status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
* Complete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
* Schedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
* Provide verbal/written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
* Supervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
* Maintain professional license through continuing education and professional development.
* Perform and supervise occupational therapy assessments, treatments, and plan adjustments.
* Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs
* Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
* Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
* Previous experience in adult acute care and IPR whether through fieldwork or previous employment, preferred
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
* Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
* National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
* Occupational Therapist (OT)
* Act 34
* OAPSA
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
Provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment using advanced clinical skills in a specialty area of occupational therapy for patients referred to non-contracted and contracted facilities of the Rehabilitation Institute. Serves as a clinical resource for other staff members. May have an individual agreement with an academic institution for instructional services. Participates in research conducted within the Rehabilitation Institute.
* This is a casual position that will require two weekend shifts each month.
**Responsibilities:**
* Maintain documentation for all occupational therapy services, including assessments, follow-ups, and discharge summaries.
* Co-sign occupational therapy assistant documentation biweekly.
* Communicate patient's status to referring physicians and healthcare team members.
* Complete charge and statistical information to reflect services rendered.
* Schedule patients to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care.
* Provide verbal/written home instructions to patients and/or family members.
* Supervise clinical education programs for students from various universities.
* Maintain professional license through continuing education and professional development.
* Perform and supervise occupational therapy assessments, treatments, and plan adjustments.
* Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs
* Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
* Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service.
* Previous experience in adult acute care and IPR whether through fieldwork or previous employment, preferred
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
* Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
* National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
* Occupational Therapist (OT)
* Act 34
* OAPSA
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
Additional Details
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Country
- us
- Industry
- Education
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