Inpatient Occupational Therapist: Rehab Impact & Growth

Ochsner Health; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health Meridian in Mississippi is seeking an Inpatient Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and create therapy programs per physician orders. You will work with the care team to move patients toward appropriate post-acute or home care while ensuring safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, an active state license, BLS, and strong documentation and communication skills. Travel between facilities is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• BS in Occupational Therapy or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient evaluations and develops treatment plans aligned with physician orders.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to optimize level of care transitions.
• Maintains patient records according to policies and procedures.
• Ensures safety and quality outcomes within therapy protocols.
• Travels between facilities as needed.

Skills

OT evaluation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Travel between facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Ochsner Health Meridian in Mississippi is seeking an Inpatient Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and create therapy programs per physician orders. You will work with the care team to move patients toward appropriate post-acute or home care while ensuring safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, an active state license, BLS, and strong documentation and communication skills. Travel between facilities is expected as needed.