Occupational Therapist Home Care- 1099

Personal Touch Home Care; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per visit pay

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Care in Staten Island, NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to serve pediatrics and adults in home care. This is a fee-for-service, 1099 contracted position paid per visit, with a requirement for an active NY license.

The role focuses on assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and helping clients improve daily living and independence in their own homes. You will evaluate patients, implement goals, educate families, and collaborate with a care team to deliver

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Prefer two (2) years of appropriate experience as an occupational therapist. Home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients.
• Document and record the patients’ condition.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide the best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Compassionate care

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Pediatrics & Adults) Home Care- 1099 Staten Island, NY

Occupational Therapist (Pediatrics & Adults) Home Care- 1099 Staten Island, NY Personal Touch Home Care is expanding our Special Needs Program and seeking compassionate Occupational Therapist who are passionate about delivering high-quality care in the home setting. This is fee-for-service position, paid per visit and this is a 1099, contracted position. In order to be considered for this position, you MUST have a valid and active license in the state of NY.

WHY OTs CHOOSE PERSONAL TOUCH*

Competitive pay= $75 per visit to $100 per visit

• Schedule flexibility with both daytime and after-school/ evening cases
• Organized caseloads grouped within your assigned coverage areas to help minimize travel and support work-life balance
• Supportive leadership that is accessible and invested in your success
• Opportunities to work with pediatric, adult, and special needs populations
• Warm, team-oriented environment where clinicians feel valued

Pay: $75.00 per visit to $100.00 per visit

About Us: With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled professionals to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home.

Why Choose Us: At Personal-Touch Home Care, we are committed to creating a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members. Our established history and reputation provide a stable and trusted foundation for your career. Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families.

Job Overview:

As an Occupational Therapist with Personal Touch Home Care, you will be responsible for assessing patients' needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and helping clients improve their daily living and work skills. You will also provide rehabilitative services to patients who are unable to travel to a clinic or hospital. This is focused on improving patients' quality of life by promoting mobility, function, and independence within the comfort and convenience of their own homes.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients.
• Document and record the patients’ condition.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide the best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Prefer two (2) years of appropriate experience as an occupational therapist. Home health experience is preferred.

Job Types:

Fee-for-service, per diem

Pay: $75.00 per visit to $100.00 per visit