Occupational Therapist - Outpatient - Ochsner Neuroscience Institute

HTU; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HTU in New Orleans, LA, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment programs aimed at achieving patient-specific goals. You will monitor progress, adjust plans as needed, and maintain meticulous records in line with standards.

The role requires adaptability to varying schedules and adherence to quality metrics. The ideal candidate holds an OT license, BLS certification, and strong communication, judgment, and interpersonal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy.
• Current OT license in the state of practice, eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills to manage a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assess patient responses to treatment and recommend changes to treatment plans as appropriate.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Meet established productivity levels including access to care, patient experience, and quality metrics.
• Assist in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapt behavior to specific patient populations, respecting privacy and tailoring communication and service explanations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility/adaptability

Judgement/decision making

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

Tools

Computer software proficiency

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assess patient responses to treatment and recommend changes to treatment plans as appropriate.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Meet established productivity levels including access to care, patient experience, and quality metrics.
• Assist in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapt behavior to specific patient populations, respecting privacy and tailoring communication and service explanations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy.
• Current occupational therapy license in the state of practice, eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills to manage a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Perform very heavy work, occasionally exerting over 100 pounds of force, frequently over 50 pounds, and constantly over 20 pounds.
• Work involves walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and maintaining a production pace.
• Routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and communicable diseases.
• Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications and waste in a healthcare setting.