Inpatient Occupational Therapist | Collaborative Care

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking an inpatient Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and deliver OT treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the healthcare team to facilitate transitions to post-acute or home care that meet patient goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, an OT license (or eligibility/reciprocity) and BLS certification. Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to travel between facilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy required.
• Current OT license in state of practice or eligibility/reciprocity required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and provide inpatient OT treatment programs per physician orders.
• Collaborate with health care team to facilitate post-acute or home care plans.
• Maintain patient records per standards and policies.
• Ensure treatment protocols support hospital quality and patient safety goals.
• Adapt patient interactions to population-specific needs and privacy requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal/written communication

Interpersonal/organizational skills

Travel to multiple facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking an inpatient Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and deliver OT treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the healthcare team to facilitate transitions to post-acute or home care that meet patient goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, an OT license (or eligibility/reciprocity) and BLS certification. Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to travel between facilities are essential.