• Occupational Therapist

    UPMC (Somerset, PA)


    UPMC Somerset is seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. This role offers a dynamic mix of acute care and outpatient therapy, providing services to a diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in hand and upper extremity therapy, CVA rehabilitation, and work hardening/FCE evaluations, with a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

    Responsibilities:

    + Perform comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, reassessments, and treatments for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

    + Develop and adjust individualized plans of care based on physician referrals, patient needs, and clinical findings.

    + Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and collaborate to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

    + Maintain accurate and timely documentation including initial assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

    + Communicate effectively with referring physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient status and progress.

    + Provide home exercise programs and education to patients and families.

    + Participate in clinical education by supervising students from affiliated academic institutions.

    + Rotate through treatment areas as needed to support organizational needs.

    + Attend and contribute to staff meetings and in-service education programs.

    + Maintain professional licensure and pursue continuing education to stay current with best practices.

     

    Why Join UPMC Somerset?

     

    At UPMC Somerset, you’ll be part of a compassionate team committed to excellence in rehabilitation. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients.

     

    Ready to make a difference?

     

    Apply today and become a vital part of our mission to improve health and promote healing in our community.

     

    + Graduate of an accredited program approved by The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)

    + Experience or strong interest in outpatient occupational therapy, particularly:

    + Hand and upper extremity rehabilitation

    + Stroke (CVA) recovery

    + Work hardening and Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE)

    + Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills

    + Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    + Active license in practicing state required.

    + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

    + National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

    + Occupational Therapist (OT)

    + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

    + Act 33 with renewal

    + Act 34 with renewal

    + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

     

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran