Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Flexible PRN

WOMAN; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats pediatric patients within the department at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge. This PRN/part-time role supports program development and educational initiatives as directed.

Required: degree in occupational therapy and Louisiana state licensure. Responsibilities include assessments, counseling families, and implementing therapeutic plans with measurable goals; home programs are documented in progress notes. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in occupational therapy.
• State licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Completes case history and notes pertinent to prior medical history as reported by patient and caregiver.
• Demonstrates flexibility in assessment procedure; adjusts evaluation session according to patient's needs and abilities.
• Accurately assesses: ROM, strength, sensation, tissue tension, spasm and pain, functional and ADL deficits; assesses neuromotor, neuro behavioral, sensory oral motor, sensory processing and handwriting, developmental and orthopedic status; assesses visual, perceptual and cognitive abilities.
• Counsels patients and/or families regarding assessment results and provides relevant education materials.
• Appropriately carries out treatment plan with ongoing assessment and modifications when necessary, using measurable goals and objectives which are age and/or diagnosis specific.
• Recommends appropriate home programs and documents patient education in progress notes.
• Any other duties as assigned by Woman’s Hospital.

Skills

Flexibility in assessment

Communication with families

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Louisiana state licensure

Job description

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats pediatric patients within the department at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge. This PRN/part-time role supports program development and educational initiatives as directed.

Required: degree in occupational therapy and Louisiana state licensure. Responsibilities include assessments, counseling families, and implementing therapeutic plans with measurable goals; home programs are documented in progress notes. Equal opportunity employer.