Occupational Therapist – Homecare – Full Time (Eastern Suffolk County)

US Physical Therapy • Riverhead, NY

3d • $90,000 - $100,000 • Remote

About The Position

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join their growing Homecare team. This role involves helping patients regain independence in their homes within a designated geographic area. The position offers a competitive salary, generous PTO, and a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care and possess strong communication skills.

Requirements

• Occupational Therapist Program Graduate
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of New York or eligible.
• Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory
• Strong communication skills between patients, support staff, and management, including timely responses via text, email, phone, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Accept and treat patients within your designated geographic area
• Provide 1:1 treatment
• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs
• Deliver care that aligns 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 in patients.
• Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating the data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation for each visit
• Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit
• Must be willing to treat geriatric patients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• generous PTO
• Medical, dental, life & LTD insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement & CEU opportunities
• $1,500 annual stipend for specialty certifications (Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS, WCS)
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive mentorship for documentation and compliance
• vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level