Occupational Therapist: Elevate Patient Recovery

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health, Lafayette, LA, seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, organize, and conduct therapy treatment programs based on evaluations and medical referrals. You will maintain patient records, assess responses to treatment, and adjust plans as needed while supporting departmental education and credentialing initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy and a current LA OT license or eligibility for licensure, with the ability to travel between facilities and engage

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity 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 role and keyboard.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

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 and communication style.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows-style applications

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and decision-making

Travel to facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health, Lafayette, LA, seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, organize, and conduct therapy treatment programs based on evaluations and medical referrals. You will maintain patient records, assess responses to treatment, and adjust plans as needed while supporting departmental education and credentialing initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy and a current LA OT license or eligibility for licensure, with the ability to travel between facilities and engage