Impactful Home Health Occupational Therapist

Excellent Home Care NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Supportive team

Professional development

Nurturing work environment

Job summary

Excellent Home Care NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-home care team in the New York City area. The OT will evaluate patients at home, plan and provide therapy, and support families with adaptive equipment to promote independence.

The ideal candidate holds a NY license, is registered with AOTA, and has at least one year of OT experience, preferably in home care, with a commitment to compassionate, client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an OT program approved by the profession's education bodies.
• New York State OT license is required.
• Registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association is required.
• Minimum of 1 year OT experience; home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient’s home functioning and collaborate with family to plan care.
• Provide OT services, training, and/or devices to address fine motor deficits.
• Collaborate with rehab team to set goals and activities.
• Deliver OT services per physician orders and assess ADL needs.
• Instruct and monitor functional exercise programs for strength and ROM.
• Document progress, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Chart visit findings per agency policy within 24 hours.
• Communicate progress with the Agency Nurse regularly.

Skills

Assessment skills

Technical skills

Organized

Cultural sensitivity

Education

OT degree / credential

Job description

Excellent Home Care NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our in-home care team in the New York City area. The OT will evaluate patients at home, plan and provide therapy, and support families with adaptive equipment to promote independence.

The ideal candidate holds a NY license, is registered with AOTA, and has at least one year of OT experience, preferably in home care, with a commitment to compassionate, client-centered care.