Occupational Therapist (OT) - OLGMC Physical Therapy - PRN

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner seeks an Occupational Therapist to plan, organize, and conduct treatment programs based on evaluation and medical referral while maintaining patient care records and evaluating patient response to treatment.

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, state licensure eligibility, and BLS certification. Travel between facilities is expected as part of duties and ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

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.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows-style applications

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Judgment & decision-making

Travel between facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Keyboard skills

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

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. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

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 (KSAs)

• 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 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.

Job Duties

• 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. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (