Inpatient Occupational Therapist — Make a Difference

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and provide inpatient therapy programs based on physician orders, coordinating with the care team to determine most appropriate post-acute or home care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, current OT license in the state, and BLS certification.

Prior experience is not required. You will maintain patient records, contribute to hospital quality and safety targets, and travel between

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Ability to travel between facilities.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
• Assesses the patient’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy, introductions, explanations, permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and provide inpatient therapy programs based on physician orders, coordinating with the care team to determine most appropriate post-acute or home care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, current OT license in the state, and BLS certification.

Prior experience is not required. You will maintain patient records, contribute to hospital quality and safety targets, and travel between