Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Job Summary Four Seasons Certified Home Health Agency, a leading healthcare provider in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Fee-For-Service (FFS) Occupational Therapist to join our team. As a FFS Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality home health care services to our patients, including patient evaluation, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions. If you're a motivated individual with a passion for helping others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Responsibilities Patient and Care Coordination: Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans that meet specific health goals. Enter visit frequencies and request disciplines/services for patients as needed. Enter clinical notes for auth and Oasis when needed. Patient evaluation: Assess physical abilities, medical history, and functional limitations, often in the patient's home environment. Treatment planning: Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and range of motion, with input from the patient and physician. Therapeutic interventions: Provide hands‑on therapy, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and stretches, and use modalities like ultrasound or electrical stimulation to manage pain and restore function. Assistive device training: Teach patients and their families how to safely and correctly use equipment like canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and transfer devices. Patient and family education: Educate clients on their condition, recovery process, and how to perform exercises and manage their home environment to prevent future injuries. Home safety assessment: Evaluate the home for safety hazards and recommend modifications to reduce fall risks. Documentation and reporting: Maintain accurate and timely patient records, document progress, and report findings and changes to the physician and other members of the care team. Care team collaboration: Work with nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to patient care. Required Skills Care Plan Development: Assess patients' need to create and implement individualized care plans that meet specific health goals. Clinical Oversight: Oversee the clinical coordination of assigned cases, often focusing on adherence to CHHA standards and regulations. Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date case records, including clinical notes and statistical documentation. Communication and Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact for patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team. Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor patient progress, visit frequencies, and authorizations to support quality outcomes and ensure timely and accurate billing. Qualifications License Occupational Therapist in the State of New York Driver License and a Car is required Allowed to Work in the USA Experience in a home health or CHHA setting is crucial, with specific knowledge of relevant documentation and compliance (e.g., OASIS, 60-day episodes, 30-day PDGM and 30-day Reassessment) being highly valued. Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills are essential. Proficiency in EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems is also frequently required. Additional Information Salary: Start of Care: $100 / Revisits: $80-90 Job Type: Fee-For-Service Minimum Years of Experience: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr