Home Care Occupational Therapist- 1099 (Eastern Suffolk County)

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy•Selden, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking a motivated, passionate Occupational Therapist to provide per diem in-home care in Eastern Suffolk County. The role involves treating patients in their homes, including geriatric patients, and providing individualized occupational therapy in accordance with physician orders, patient needs, professional standards, agency policies, and the prescribed plan of care. All experience levels are encouraged to apply, and the company will train the right new graduate. A mentor is available to assist with documentation and compliance. The position offers flexible scheduling and autonomy, with the option to see patients any seven days of the week. Compensation is listed as $70–$90 per visit in the posting and later as an anticipated range of $65–$85 per visit; pay depends on relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. The company offers 1099 and W-2 options.

Requirements

Graduate of an Occupational Therapist program.
Licensed Occupational Therapist in New York State or eligible for licensure.
First Aid, AED, and CPR certifications are mandatory.
Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory.
Strong communication skills with patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses by text, email, and phone.
Must be willing to treat geriatric patients.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Accept and treat patients within the designated geographic area.
Provide one-to-one treatment.
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs.
Deliver care in accordance with professional standards, agency policies, and the prescribed plan of care.
Educate family members, home health aides, and other caregivers on proper therapy techniques.
Plan and carry out occupational therapy programs to maintain, improve, or restore physical function, relieve pain, and prevent occupational dysfunction.
Perform and document an initial examination, evaluate the data, identify problems, and determine a diagnosis before intervention.
Provide timely and accurate documentation for each visit.
Evaluate treatment effects at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Treat geriatric patients.
Travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory.