Occupational Therapist

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System seeks an Occupational Therapist to treat patients under the occupational therapy plan of care and contribute to department development. The role reports to the Director of Physical Medicine and supports the team with direct patient care, goal setting, and adaptive equipment options.

Qualifications include a BS/MS/Doctorate in OT, NBCOT certification, and active Louisiana OT licensure, with ongoing CEU compliance and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Satisfactory completion of the NBCOT exam.
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in Louisiana.
• Must meet annual CEU requirements as stipulated by the State Board.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to communicate well with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Knowledge to care for the population age groups served.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the functional needs of the patient and sets appropriate goals.
• Provides direct patient care; evaluates outcomes; and consults with other specialists as needed.
• Provides vocational training as appropriate for patient's potential skill level.
• Provides patient/family with options for adaptive equipment.
• Oversees the care of all assigned patients and all care givers rendering such care.
• Promotes independence for Activities of Daily Living tasks.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Education

OT degree (BS/MS/Doctorate)

NBCOT certification

Louisiana OT license

CEU requirements

CPR certification

Job description

• The occupational therapist treats patients referred for occupational therapy, according to the occupational therapy plan of care; contributes to the development of the department.

Description Of Position

• The occupational therapist treats patients referred for occupational therapy, according to the occupational therapy plan of care; contributes to the development of the department.

SUPERVISION

Reports directly to the Director of Physical Medicine

Responsibilities And Duties

• Assesses the functional needs of the patient and sets appropriate goals for that patient.
• Provides direct patient care; evaluates outcomes; and consults with other specialists, as needed.
• Provides vocational training as appropriate for patient's potential skill level.
• Provides patient/family with options for adaptive equipment.
• Oversees the care of all assigned patients and all care givers rendering such care, including support staff, volunteers and students.
• Promotes independence for Activities of Daily Living tasks.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Education And Work Experience

• BS, MS or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Satisfactory completion of the examination by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in state of Louisiana.
• Must meet annual requirements for CEU's as stipulated by the State Board that governs the profession of Occupational Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to communicate well with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• The necessary knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work is medium, preferably up to 50 pounds of lifting or carrying without help or over 50 pounds with help. Included is handling patients of all weights, with help as needed, to perform transfers, bed mobility, getting into equipment, and getting into and out of clothing.
• Positions required include standing and walking on a frequent basis; sitting, kneeling, and stair climbing on an occasional basis; stooping and bending on a frequent basis to assist patients; overhead reach on occasional basis; pushing/pulling on a frequent basis including wheelchairs, stretchers, and pulling or tugging on patients.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well‑being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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