Occupational Therapist, Resident, Home Care (New Grad)

Visiting Nurse Service of New York • Bronx, NY • 7h ago

Overview Provides support to new Occupational Therapists as they begin their career. Provides occupational therapy services to meet the needs of the patient/client and manages/coordinates the delivery of cost-effective multidisciplinary health care services for a caseload of patients/clients consistent with VNS Health philosophy, policy, goals and objectives, and Standards of Physical Therapy. Attends seminars on applied learning topics, reflects on clinical experiences in supportive group setting, and shares insights with peers. What We ProvideGenerous paid time off (PTO), starting at 31 days of paid time off and 9 company holidaysHealth insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and DisabilityEmployer-matched retirement saving fundsPersonal and financial wellness programsPre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent careGenerous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degreesOpportunities for professional growth and career advancementInternal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunitiesWhat You will Do Participates in classroom learning activities which include topics such as critical thinking, evidence-based best practice assessments, care planning, evaluation of care, and therapeutic interventions. Shadows occupational therapists to get field experience. Reviews experiences in group debriefs. Provides occupational therapy services to VNS Health home care patients through comprehensive assessment. Develops and implements a plan of care consistent with the VNS Health's goals and Rehabilitation policies and procedures. Documents content and process of all services provided in accordance with government regulations/requirements, and VNS Health policies, practices, and procedures. Initiates and maintains written (including clinical and progress notes) and verbal communications with team members and management to assure optimal patient/client care. Provides therapeutic care in accordance with VNS Health policies, practices, procedures, and Standards of Rehabilitative care, which may require standing, stooping, sitting, crouching, bending, and stretching to deliver patient/client care. Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and other supplies using VNS Health designated/supplied carrying case weighing approximately 25 - 30 lbs. to and from patient/client homes/care facilities. Follows work procedures in relation to established workflows. Maintains productivity sufficient to meet VNS Health goals. Travels to patient/clients' homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the patient/client.* Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth through attendance at in-services, training, continued formal education and select journal readership.Qualifications Licenses and Certifications:License and current registration to practice as an occupational therapist in New York State required Education:Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from a program approved by the New York Department of Education requiredMaster's Degree in Occupational Therapy from a program approved by the New York Department of Education preferred Work Experience:Recently received Occupational Therapist licenseLess than one year of clinical work experience in field of occupational therapy required Pay Range USD $77,200.00 - USD $96,500.00 /Yr.About Us VNS Health is one of the nation's largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. Innovating in health care for more than 130 years, our commitment to health and well-being is what drives us - we help people live, age and heal where they feel most comfortable, in their own homes, connected to their

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