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About the Role

Preferred Certified is seeking an experienced and reliable home care Occupational Therapist to conduct home visits for IDD and geriatric patients. The occupational therapist provides therapy services according to a written physician's plan of care, including assessment, evaluation, and participation in the total plan of care.

Responsibilities

Assess occupational therapy needs using objective diagnostic and prognostic tests.
Prepare initial patient assessments and perform periodic re-assessments.
Develop a plan of care in accordance with the physician's prescription, including service type, estimated duration, and visit frequency.
Establish clearly defined, measurable short and long-term goals with timeframes for patient outcomes.
Provide occupational therapy treatment according to established goals, in collaboration with the patient's physician.
Document patient response to treatment and modify the treatment plan and objectives as needed after physician notification.
Instruct healthcare personnel, patients, and families on techniques for safe management and maximum restoration of mobility and function.
Complete case conferences, 60-day summaries, transfer summaries, and discharge summaries as indicated.
Prepare all documentation on appropriate forms.
Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physician's Plan of Treatment with the Home Care Coordinator.
Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and in-service programs as designated by the Rehab Manager.
Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop interventions for clinical and functional goals.
Participate in the agency's Quality Assurance Performance Improvement/PIP as assigned.
Submit visit notes at least weekly or within 7 days after completion of each home visit.
Provide written Home Exercise Programs and instruct patients/families/caregivers as per physician's instructions.
Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding suspected corporate compliance violations.
Report all suspected violations to a supervisor, Compliance Officer, or Compliance Hotline.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by The American Occupational Therapy Association or The Council on Medical Education and American OT Association of the Council on Medical Education of Hospitals for the American Medical Associate.
A License and current registration to practice as a Registered Occupational Therapist in New York State.
Two (2) years of institutional and/or home care experience required.
Satisfy state health status requirements.

Location

Yonkers

Work Type

Per Visit
Fee for Service
Home Health

Experience Level

2 years of institutional and/or home care experience

Education Level

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by The American Occupational Therapy Association or The Council on Medical Education and American OT Association of the Council on Medical Education of Hospitals for the American Medical Associate.
License and current registration to practice as a Registered Occupational Therapist in New York State.

Salary/Compensations

$80 - $90 per visit

About the Company

Preferred Certified is looking for an experienced and reliable home care Occupational Therapist to conduct home visits in Yonkers and the surrounding area for our IDD and geriatric patients.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodation is available per ADA and applicable state laws.