Occupational Therapist (.77) | School-Based Position

Occupational Therapist – School-Based

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while enjoying a Monday through Friday schedule that follows the school calendar year .

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our collaborative Rehab Services team providing therapy services within local school districts. You’ll share coverage responsibilities with another Occupational Therapist, with schools divided between team members to help minimize travel whenever possible .

Schedule & Coverage

• Monday through Friday
• Follows the school calendar year
• School-based position with daily travel based on assigned coverage
• Coverage is shared between Occupational Therapists and divided to help minimize travel when possible
• Our Rehab Team serves schools throughout:
• Northern Tioga School District
• Southern Tioga School District
• Troy Area School District
• Wellsboro Area School District
• Galeton Area School District

Because our team supports schools throughout each district, the location and amount of travel may vary from day to day.

What You’ll Do

As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll provide comprehensive assessment and treatment services while working closely with students, families, school staff, physicians, and other members of the care team.

Key responsibilities include

• Perform occupational therapy assessments, reassessments, and treatment, developing individualized plans of care based on each patient’s needs and progress.
• Adjust treatment plans as needed based on response to therapy and changes in status.
• Provide appropriate instructions and education to patients and families.
• Communicate patient progress and status with physicians and other members of the care team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, follow-up visits, treatment, and discharge.
• Provide supervision and support to Occupational Therapy Assistants, including review and co-signing of documentation as required.
• Serve as a clinical resource and collaborate with other members of the rehabilitation team.
• Support the organization's clinical education program by supervising occupational therapy students completing internships, as requested.
• Maintain required professional licensure and participate in continuing education, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with coverage in other treatment areas when needed to support team and organizational needs.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

This role is a great fit for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with students, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and providing care within the school setting . With a weekday schedule aligned to the school calendar and a team approach to district coverage, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while supporting students across the communities we serve.

Education

• Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of human growth and development across the lifespan.
• Ability to read, understand, analyze, and interpret medical documentation.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with patients, families, coworkers, supervisors, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care and customer service.
• Participation in professional occupational therapy or healthcare organizations preferred.

Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), based on AHA standards, within 30 days of hire
• Act 33 Clearance with renewal
• Act 34 Clearance with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran