Acute Care Occupational Therapist - Elevate Patient Outcomes

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, organize, and conduct treatment programs based on evaluation and medical referral. You will maintain patient records, assess responses, participate in education and research, and support program development. Requires Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy and valid OT license; BLS.

Travel between facilities may be required. Compensation and benefits align with hospital standards; commitment to equity and patient-centered

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Current OT license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs age- and diagnosis-appropriate evaluations and treatments.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards.
• Participates in staff and committee projects and education.
• Attains productivity levels and credentialing as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Dexterity

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

OT license in state of practice

Tools

Windows OS

Data entry software

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, organize, and conduct treatment programs based on evaluation and medical referral. You will maintain patient records, assess responses, participate in education and research, and support program development. Requires Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy and valid OT license; BLS.

Travel between facilities may be required. Compensation and benefits align with hospital standards; commitment to equity and patient-centered