Occupational Therapist (OT)

HealthPro Heritage

$93K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible.
  • Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
  • Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
  • Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.
  • Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities.
  • Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources and services.

Benefits

  • Stable full-time position with a consistent schedule of 32-38 hours weekly, Monday to Friday.
  • Work in a fully updated facility with all private rooms, enhancing patient comfort.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.
Full Job Description
Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a great full-time Occupational Therapist Opportunity in Ponchatoula, LA. 

  • Facility: Ponchatoula Community Care Center
  • Setting: 140-bed Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation services 
  • Compensation: $45-$50 per hour
  • Hours: 32-38 hours per week / M-F / 7AM-3PM 

  • Up-to-date facility with all private rooms 
Responsibilities
  • Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.
  • Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.
Qualifications
  • Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible
  • Skills: Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.

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