Home Care Occupational Therapist — Restore Independence

Northwell Health; Manhasset (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients according to a physician's prescription. The role involves developing treatment plans to improve upper-extremity function and coordinating discharge planning within a busy clinical setting.

Qualified candidates will hold a NY state OT license and have 1–3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include documentation, quality improvement participation, and caregiver instruction for daily

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Licensed to practice as an OT in New York State.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care per prescription.
• Develops and implements treatment plans to improve motor coordination and function of upper extremities.
• Submits required documentation per department policies.
• Uses evaluation techniques to set realistic goals and design plans to meet them.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in daily living skills to promote independence.
• Performs related duties and participates in quality improvement activities.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients according to a physician's prescription. The role involves developing treatment plans to improve upper-extremity function and coordinating discharge planning within a busy clinical setting.

Qualified candidates will hold a NY state OT license and have 1–3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include documentation, quality improvement participation, and caregiver instruction for daily