Occupational Therapist

Four Seasons Certified Home Health Agency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Seasons Certified Home Health Agency in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team and help patients achieve health goals in their own homes.

You will evaluate and treat patients, coordinate with physicians and caregivers, and educate families on exercises and safety. The role requires NY licensure, a driver’s license, and home health experience with documentation expertise.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in New York.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a car.
• Experience in home health or CHHA setting with knowledge of OASIS/PDGM documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists and providers to implement a cohesive home-based plan.
• Assess patients’ abilities, medical history, and functional limitations to build individualized treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on therapy and therapeutic exercises, using modalities as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises, safety, and recovery processes.
• Perform home safety assessments and recommend modifications to reduce fall risks.
• Maintain accurate patient records and report progress to the care team.

Skills

Home health experience

EMR proficiency

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team at Four Seasons Certified Home Health Agency in Brooklyn, NY. As an Occupational Therapist with our agency, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients by helping them achieve their health goals and improve their overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient and Care Coordination: Act as a patient advocate to help them and their families navigate their health journey and access necessary services. Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other providers to ensure a cohesive plan.

• Enter visit frequencies and request disciplines/services for patients as needed. Enter clinical notes for auth and Oasis when needed.

• Patient evaluation: Assess physical abilities, medical history, and functional limitations, often in the patient's home environment. Treatment planning: Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and range of motion, with input from the patient and physician.

• Therapeutic interventions: Provide hands-on therapy, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and stretches, and use modalities like ultrasound or electrical stimulation to manage pain and restore function.

• Assistive device training: Teach patients and their families how to safely and correctly use equipment like canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and transfer devices. Patient and family education: Educate clients on their condition, recovery process, and how to perform exercises and manage their home environment to prevent future injuries.

• Home safety assessment: Evaluate the home for safety hazards and recommend modifications to reduce fall risks. Documentation and reporting: Maintain accurate and timely patient records, document progress, and report findings and changes to the physician and other members of the care team.

Requirements:

• License Occupational Therapist in the State of New York

• Driver License and a Car is required

• Allowed to Work in the USA

• Experience in a home health or CHHA setting is crucial, with specific knowledge of relevant documentation and compliance (e.g., OASIS, 60-day episodes, 30-day PDGM and 30-day Reassessment) being highly valued.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills are essential. Proficiency in EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems is also frequently required.

• Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.

Salary: $100,000 - $110,000 annually

Job Type: Full-time

Minimum Years of Experience: 1

Level of Education: Associate