Occupational Therapist (OT) / COTA

Homeside-Rehab,-Pt,-Ot,-SLP-LL

North Great River (NY)

On-site

USD 103,000 - 138,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive hourly pay

Consistent patient referrals

Referral Bonus Program

Therapist of the Month Recognition & B

Job summary

Homeside Rehab in Central Islip, NY is hiring Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to deliver in-home therapy services. You will assess, treat, and educate patients to improve daily living and independence in a flexible schedule.

Join a supportive team, with opportunities to develop your caseload and collaborate with physicians. Valid NY OT/COTA license and driver’s license are required, plus at least one year of home health or related experience.

Qualifications

Active New York State OT or COTA license required.
Minimum 1 year of experience in Home Health, Outpatient, EI, or SNF preferred.
Excellent clinical assessment and communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a home health setting.
Basic computer proficiency for electronic documentation.
Valid New York State driver license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide evidence-based interventions to improve fine motor skills, ADLs, and coordination.
Deliver skilled therapy services in patients' homes.
Complete accurate, timely electronic documentation.
Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and interdisplinary team to coordinate care.
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and devices.
Communicate scheduling and clinical needs with office staff.

Skills

Home Health Experience

Communication Skills

Independence

Education

New York State OT License

New York State COTA License

Tools

Electronic Documentation

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Homeside Rehab

Join Our Growing Home Health Team!

Homeside Rehab is seeking compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to provide individualized, evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients in their homes throughout Central Islip, NY 11722.

If you're passionate about helping patients improve functional independence, mobility, self-care, and quality of life while enjoying a flexible schedule and supportive clinical team, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations (OTs) and develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs and goals.
Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to improve fine motor skills, upper extremity function, activities of daily living (ADLs), sensory processing, coordination, and functional independence.
Deliver skilled therapy services in patients' homes while promoting improved function and quality of life.
Complete accurate, timely, and compliant electronic documentation.
Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, and therapeutic strategies.
Communicate effectively with office staff regarding scheduling, patient updates, and clinical needs.

Qualifications

Active New York State Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) License (Required)
Minimum 1 year of experience in Home Health, Outpatient, Early Intervention, or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) preferred
Excellent clinical assessment and communication skills
Ability to work independently in a home health setting
Basic computer proficiency for electronic documentation
Valid New York State driver's license and reliable transportation

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