Occupational Therapist - SNF

Elderwood/Pediatric/PostAcute/Woodmark•Liverpool, NY

9d•$55

About The Position

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Per Diem Elderwood at Liverpool Per Diem: $55.00 per hour Restore Independence. Empower Daily Living. Change Lives. At Elderwood at Liverpool, occupational therapy is about helping residents live fully — safely performing daily activities, maintaining independence, and preserving dignity. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team on a per diem basis. Our need for per diem is weekends. If you’re driven by meaningful outcomes, value relationship-based care, and want flexibility without sacrificing purpose, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference. Why Choose Elderwood? At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People, guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We are committed to being: A trusted partner for residents and families A supportive, growth-focused employer for clinicians A place where professionals are empowered to lead and thrive Here, your clinical judgment matters — and your impact is felt every day. Occupational Therapist Position Overview Occupational Therapy team members play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of residents by delivering high-quality, individualized therapy services. In this role, you will: Administer skilled occupational therapy treatments focused on activities of daily living (ADLs), functional mobility, safety awareness, cognition, and upper extremity function Evaluate residents’ functional abilities and develop personalized treatment plans Promote independence, confidence, and quality of life Collaborate closely with physical therapy, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members Ensure the highest standards of care, documentation, and regulatory compliance are maintained Why Elderwood at Liverpool? Strong interdisciplinary collaboration OTs are valued members of the care team, working closely with PT, nursing, and leadership to ensure coordinated, goal-driven care. A prime location with less stress Located just outside Syracuse, Liverpool offers an easy commute, local amenities, and a more balanced pace than large hospital systems. Relationship-based care Care is personal at Liverpool. You’ll build meaningful relationships with residents and families, leading to more impactful therapy and greater professional satisfaction. Part of a larger, respected organization As part of the Elderwood network, Liverpool provides stability, resources, and professional support — while maintaining a close-knit, community-focused environment. Apply today and join Elderwood at Liverpool — where your expertise restores independence, your care empowers daily living, and your work truly changes lives.

Requirements

Active, state-specific Occupational Therapist license (required)
Commitment to resident-centered, evidence-based care
Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Passion for helping individuals regain independence and function
Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
State license to practice occupational therapy required.
Ability to direct others necessary.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
Current, valid CPR/BLS credential
Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in occupational therapy preferred.
Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.

Responsibilities

Initiates skilled occupational therapy treatments in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.
Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, MDS records and discharge summaries for individuals in occupational therapy program.
Confers with other health care staff regarding special needs of indviduals to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.
Provides input for Care Planning meetings and attends during absences of the Director of Occupational Therapy.
Maintains statistical records of indviduals’ treatments.
Assists with in-service training programs upon request.
Records and updates individual’s care plan.
Submits requisition for supplies needed in the treatment of individuals to Director of Occupational Therapy.
Assumes all duties of the Director of Occupational Therapy, if applicable, during absences including supervision of COTA’s and Occupational Therapy Aides.
Assumes responsibility for all necessary documentation.