Inpatient Occupational Therapist - Elevate Patient Recovery

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks an inpatient occupational therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the care team to transition patients to the most appropriate post-acute or home care to meet recovery goals.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, an active license or eligibility, BLS, and strong communication, judgment, and organizational skills.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy is required.
• Current OT license in state of practice or eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to travel between facilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsabilidades

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
• Assesses the patient’s response to treatment and recommends plan changes to improve outcomes and safety.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures treatment protocols contribute to hospital quality and safety targets.
• Adapts communication and services to the specific patient population and privacy considerations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Conocimientos

IT literacy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Travel

Educación

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

Descripción del empleo

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks an inpatient occupational therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the care team to transition patients to the most appropriate post-acute or home care to meet recovery goals.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy, an active license or eligibility, BLS, and strong communication, judgment, and organizational skills.