Outpatient Physical Therapist - Patient-Focused Care & Growth

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop and monitor treatment plans, and ensure quality care. You will document progress, maintain records, and contribute to program development while adapting to patient needs and schedules.

Requires a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy, state license (or eligibility/reciprocity), and BLS certification. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required - Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.
• Current physical therapy license in the state of practice OR 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.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to flexible schedules based on patient demand.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
• Assesses the patient's response to treatment and recommends plan changes as appropriate.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration, including access to care and patient experience and quality.
• Assists in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population and privacy requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computers & software

Verbal & written communication

Judgment & decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy

PT license / eligibility / reciprocity

BLS certification

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop and monitor treatment plans, and ensure quality care. You will document progress, maintain records, and contribute to program development while adapting to patient needs and schedules.

Requires a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy, state license (or eligibility/reciprocity), and BLS certification. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.