Occupational Therapist, Acute Care - OLGMC

3M HEALTHCARE; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

3M HEALTHCARE in Lafayette is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan and conduct treatment programs based on evaluation and referral. You will maintain records, assess progress, and adjust plans as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, current state licensure or eligibility, and BLS certification. Travel between facilities may be required; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current occupational therapy license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to travel between facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs age- and diagnosis‑appropriate evaluations and treatments.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Exhibits flexibility in department needs and participates in staff and committee projects.
• Attains productivity levels set forth by administration and conducts required training and credentialing.
• Participates in the education and training of occupational therapy students.
• Adapts communication and approach to each patient, ensuring privacy and informed consent.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Judgment and decision‑making

Travel between facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Overview

This job plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy treatment programs based upon evaluation and assessment and medical referral; maintains patient care records, evaluates the patient’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes; participates in in‑service and continuing education programs; participates in special departmental programs, clinical education, research, and writing of professional papers; and assists with program development/enhancement.

Responsibilities

• Performs age and diagnosis‑appropriate evaluations and treatments.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Exhibits flexibility in overall department needs and actively participates in staff and committee projects.
• Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration and conducts professional development, required training, and credentialing.
• Participates in the education and training of occupational therapy students.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including, but not limited to, respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Education & Qualifications

• Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Work Experience Required: None.
• Certifications Required: Current occupational therapy license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity from another state; Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
  • Must be proficient with Windows‑style applications, various software packages specific to the role, and keyboard.
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Excellent judgment and decision‑making skills in order to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
  • Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Physical & Environmental Demands

Physical essential functions include (but are not limited to) frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, squat, crawl, and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.