Occupational Therapist (OT)
Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: January 30, 2026
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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. 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. - At least 1 year of experience
in acute care or a level 2 fieldwork in acute care, strongly
preferred - Inpatient rehab experience, 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) UPMC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran
Keywords: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Canton , Occupational Therapist (OT), Healthcare , Pittsburgh, Ohio
