Occupational Therapist (OT)

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading therapy organization in Ruston, LA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to create individualized treatment plans and help clients recover from neurological disorders. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience and must be state-licensed or in the process of obtaining licensure. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced technology and contribute to an impactful team dedicated to enhancing clients' lives.

Qualifications

• Must be state-licensed or in the process of becoming licensed.
• Up-to-date CPR certified (will allow certification upon hire).
• 1+ year(s) Occupational Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized treatment plans based on client assessment.
• Make recommendations for advancement based on home/job evaluations.
• Evaluate patient's abilities and develop a treatment plan.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Compassion

Patience

Flexibility

Education

State license or in the process of becoming licensed

Current CPR certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Ruston, LA Job – Ruston, LA 149290

Why You'll Love This Job

Take your OT career in an exciting, new direction when you join the FYZICAL family as an Occupational Therapist (OT)! As part of a champion team, you will be instrumental in making a lasting impact throughout the occupational and physical therapy industries as you collaborate with professionals, developing individualized treatment plans that will help clients achieve their goals of leading healthy, fulfilling lives. With a specialized team behind you providing support, state‑of‑the‑art technology at your fingertips, and access to unparalleled continuing education, you will be able to advance your skills, keeping your career on the leading edge.

This is your chance to make life‑changing differences in the lives of clients who are recovering from various neurological disorders. This respected Occupational Therapist position places you on a team of noted clinicians who are capable of achieving next‑level results. With a practice leader who is invested in you and the freedom to innovate, you will be able to make a lasting impact that echoes throughout the industry. State‑of‑the‑art technology and unparalleled continuing education will advance your skills and understanding of physical therapy. Cutting‑edge tools, like FYZICAL’s rail system, give your clients the confidence to move forward and will keep your career on the leading edge, too!

Join a world‑class organization where you can grow! Apply for our Occupational Therapist job opening today.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized treatment plans based on client assessment
• Make recommendations for advancement based on home/job evaluations
• Ensure clients are properly trained on safely using home and work equipment
• Provide guidance to any outside client caregivers on ways they can assist
• Assist clients with ways to properly and safely carry out day‑to‑day activities
• Evaluate patient's abilities and develop a treatment plan
• Customized one‑on‑one treatment programs to improve patient's functional abilities
• Comprehensive home and job site evaluations with improvement recommendations
• Educate patients on how to properly use home and work equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Guide and discuss with individuals working or living with patients on how they can help
• Help patients better perform activities of daily living

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be state‑licensed or in the process of becoming licensed
• Up‑to‑date CPR certified (will allow certification upon hire)
• 1+ year(s) Occupational Therapy experience
• Must possess the following skills: communication, interpersonal, writing
• Compassionate, patient and easy‑going
• Licensed or eligible for state licensing
• Current CPR certification, or willing to become certified upon hire
• At least one year of OT experience
• Communication skills; interpersonal skills
• Compassion; patience; flexibility
• Writing skills

Apply today to join the team at one of the many independently owned and operated FYZICAL franchise locations across the nation. Members of the FYZICAL Family radiate excitement and enthusiasm for the future because our franchise model is transforming an industry dominated by hospitals and corporations. From all across the nation—in large cities, rural communities, and small towns— FYZICAL teams are achieving amazing results for their patients and careers.