Help Patients Stay Safe, Independent, and at Home
@Home Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide in-home services to adult patients in the Jericho area. This role focuses on improving safety, preventing functional decline, and helping individuals maintain independence in their daily routines.
Working in patients’ homes allows you to deliver highly relevant, practical care that directly translates into better day-to-day outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Home Safety & Risk Assessment:
- Evaluate living environments for fall risks and accessibility challenges.
- Recommend modifications and adaptive equipment to improve safety.
Functional Independence Training:
- Assist patients with essential daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and household tasks.
- Introduce techniques to conserve energy and reduce strain.
Personalized Care Planning:
- Develop individualized therapy programs based on each patient’s condition and home setup.
- Adjust interventions to reflect progress and changing needs.
Caregiver Support & Education:
- Instruct family members and aides on safe assistance techniques.
- Promote consistency between therapy visits.
Clinical Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and timely records using an electronic documentation system.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.
Work Structure & Benefits:
- Flexible Scheduling: Create a work schedule that aligns with your availability and preferred caseload.
- Independent Field Role: Manage your own patient visits while working outside of a traditional clinical setting.
- Administrative Assistance: Support staff help coordinate logistics, reducing time spent on non-clinical tasks.
- Competitive Compensation: Per-visit rates with the ability to increase earnings through caseload volume.
Qualifications:
- Active New York State Occupational Therapist license.
- Experience with adult or geriatric populations preferred.
- Ability to assess and adapt to varied home environments.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable using EMR systems.
Who Should Apply:
This role is a strong fit for OTs who:
- Are interested in fall prevention and home safety.
- Prefer a functional, real-world therapy approach.
- Want flexibility and autonomy in their workday.
Apply Now:
If you’re an Occupational Therapist looking to provide meaningful, home-based care while maintaining control over your schedule, apply today to join @Home Therapy.
About @Home Therapy:@Home Therapy PT, OT, SLP provides Outpatient Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy in the comfort of home - bringing rehabilitation services to the environment where it is most effective. Our carefully selected team of therapists have 20+ years of combined experience treating all types of injuries and age-related conditions. We service NYC, Long Island, and Upstate NY.
Working with @Home Therapy gives you the flexibility to create your own schedule and work in only the areas you choose to. Along with our competitive fee for service rates, we offer sign on bonuses and out-of-area bonuses (for select roles). If you are passionate about what you do and are interested in seeing adults in their home setting, we would love to hear from you.