Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN, Inpatient

Memorial Physician Practices; New Roads (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement package and company match

Free gym memberships

Mental health services

Discount programs

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is seeking an Occupational Therapist at Pointe Coupee Hospital for a PRN position. This role involves assessing patients' capabilities, implementing treatment plans, and supervising care provided by assistants. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant state licensure. The position promotes financial and career growth opportunities, alongside employee well-being programs.

Ideal applicants should be able to work effectively with minimal supervision and in stressful environments. Benefits include tuition assistance and a robust retirement package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• State Licensure for Occupational Therapy must be obtained.
• BLS Certification needed within 30 days of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient abilities and design appropriate plans of care.
• Implement treatment plans using various modalities.
• Document patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

State Licensure for Occupational Therapy

BLS Certification within 30 days of hire

Job description

Occupational Therapist, Pointe Coupee Hospital - Inpatient

Job Type: PRN

At Pointe Coupee Hospital, we are committed to making communities healthier.

How you'll contribute

• Assesses patient’s ability to safely and effectively perform occupational skills. Designs appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents subjective and objective findings of patient progress.
• Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified OT assistants and therapy technicians per established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.

What we offer

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• State Licensure for Occupational Therapy
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

EEOC Statement

Pointe Coupee Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment.