Occupational Therapist (OTR) — Skilled Nursing

Theradynamics • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

TheraDynamics is a therapist-owned rehabilitation company with over 20 years of experience delivering patient outcomes across the Tri-State area. The company emphasizes manageable caseloads, clinical autonomy, and therapist growth.

Occupational therapists in skilled nursing settings help patients regain independence in daily activities. Patients may be recovering from strokes, hip fractures, cardiac events, or progressive neurological conditions. The role involves designing functional interventions addressing activities of daily living, cognitive retraining, and upper-extremity rehabilitation, as well as supporting safe discharge planning. Therapists are provided tools, time, and support to help patients return home when possible.

The position includes comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment planning, and collaboration with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work. The therapist addresses self-care, cognitive and perceptual deficits, home safety, adaptive equipment, and caregiver training. The company states that clinical reasoning is valued and productivity expectations are realistic. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem options are available.

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current New York State occupational therapy license or eligibility for licensure.
• NBCOT certification or eligibility.
• Passion for helping patients regain independence.
• Strong clinical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence.
• Design functional interventions addressing activities of daily living, cognitive retraining, and upper-extremity rehabilitation.
• Support safe discharge planning.
• Address self-care skills, cognitive and perceptual deficits, home safety, and adaptive equipment needs.
• Provide caregiver training.
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work to coordinate patient care.

Benefits

• Five weeks of paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Unlimited free continuing education units through the Medbridge online learning platform.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Referral bonus program.
• H-1B visa sponsorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level