Autonomous Occupational Therapist - Make a Difference

Ascension St Vincent; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks an occupational therapist to deliver therapy services autonomously, evaluate patients, develop plans, and monitor progress in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requires a Bachelor's in OT, current state licensure or eligibility, and BLS; familiarity with documentation standards and collaboration with care teams; on-site position with opportunities to contribute to program development.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy and ability to navigate electronic health records and web-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication to interact with patients, families and care teams.
• Solid judgment and decision-making to adapt plans for varied diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and develops treatment programs to meet patient goals.
• Monitors treatment progress and adjusts plans as needed.
• Maintains patient records per documentation standards and policies.
• Works to achieve productivity targets and access to care metrics.
• Contributes to program development and patient/community needs.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication

Judgment & decision making

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility with schedules

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

OT license in state

BLS certification

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA, seeks an occupational therapist to deliver therapy services autonomously, evaluate patients, develop plans, and monitor progress in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requires a Bachelor's in OT, current state licensure or eligibility, and BLS; familiarity with documentation standards and collaboration with care teams; on-site position with opportunities to contribute to program development.