Impactful Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility & Care

Ochsner Health; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Houma, LA, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to autonomously deliver PT services, evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress. You will maintain records, participate in program development, and adapt approaches to diverse patient populations while ensuring quality of care and patient experience.

The role requires a PT license in the state, BLS certification, and a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy; strong communication, teamwork, and flexibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
• Current physical therapy license in state of practice or eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
• Assesses patient response to treatment and recommends plan changes as appropriate.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards and policies.
• Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration, including access to care, patient experience and quality.
• Assists in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapts communication and care to diverse patient populations and privacy considerations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Communication skills

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health in Houma, LA, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to autonomously deliver PT services, evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress. You will maintain records, participate in program development, and adapt approaches to diverse patient populations while ensuring quality of care and patient experience.

The role requires a PT license in the state, BLS certification, and a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy; strong communication, teamwork, and flexibility